ADH HEALTH PHYSICIST

Date: Oct 3, 2024

Req ID: 40664

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Anticipated Starting Salary: 45,009.95

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR 72205

Position Number: 22106380

County: Pulaski City: Little Rock

Posting End Date: 11/06/24

Division of Health Protection – Radiation Control

*This is a Safety Sensitive Position*

Additional Preferences:

Frequent in-state travel with some overnight travel required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Working beyond a normal shift and/or normal working hours may be occasionally required.

This position requires on-call service as a member of the Radiological Emergency Response Team. Team members are required to carry a pager at all times.

Experience in the field of Radiologic Technology, Radiation Safety, or related field preferred.

Potential danger from exposure to radiation exists and protective clothing, including respirator, may be required when responding to emergencies.

Hiring Official: A. Oldenbroek

Recruitment Contact: Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov - 501-661-2268

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Class Code: B063C

Grade: GS08

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $45,010.00 - $65,265.00

Summary

The Health Physicist is responsible for the review and renewal of radioactive material licenses, performing compliance inspections, and environmental monitoring activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Examines license renewal applications for completeness and accuracy; determines eligibility of applicant, qualifications of users of radioactive materials, storage and safety procedures; and amends license applications by writing in specific conditions. Conducts on-site inspections of facilities which use ionizing radiation. Observes and assesses safety procedures by reviewing and evaluating radiological monitoring systems and records, radiation surveys and leak tests, procedure manuals, and personnel records containing information on employee exposure. May serve as safety officer for the agency/institution by investigating employee exposure and the misuse of radioactive materials and making recommendations for correcting problems. Provides technical assistance to licensees or registrants in the completion of compliance forms and answers public inquiries. Informs licensees of deficiencies. Serves as a member of the Radiological Emergency Response Team by conducting surveys and collecting environmental samples. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Frequent in-state and occasional out-of-state travel is required. Potential danger from exposure to radiation exists and protective clothing including respirator may be required when responding to emergencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws governing nuclear health and safety hazards. Knowledge the principles of nuclear physics involved in the detection of radiation and the application of safety standards to control exposure. Knowledge of radiological testing equipment and testing procedures utilized at nuclear energy facilities. Ability to conduct on-site inspections of facilities to determine radiation hazards, document findings, and make recommendations for correcting problems. Ability to provide technical information on methods of dealing with radiation hazards and procedures to be followed in radiation incidents. Ability to operate and calibrate radiation detection equipment. Ability to examine Nuclear Regulatory Commission license applications for accuracy and completeness. Ability to train inspection teams in the nuclear energy field.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in chemistry, physics, engineering, or a related field; plus four years of experience in health compliance review and inspection. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.