Health Physicist

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The position (K0240326)

Health Physicist in the X-ray and Mammography Section. Join the Kansas Radiation Control Program as a Health Physicist, where your expertise will directly impact public health and safety through the inspection and oversight of X-ray and mammography machines.

What You'll Do:

•Perform on-site inspections to ensure X-ray and mammography equipment is safety used, stored, and disposed of, in line with Kansas laws and regulations.

•Assess radiation exposure to patients, staff, the public, and calculate safety thresholds to ensure proper protection.

•Prepare clear, concise written reports documenting inspection findings and compliance.

•Review X-ray machine registration applications, including evaluating operator qualifications and shielding plans.

•Collaborate on the creation of technical materials related to regulations and guidance documents.

•Participate in specialized radiological emergency response training and drills, including nuclear power plant emergency scenarios, and be ready to respond to real-world incidents involving the release or mishandling of radioactive materials, ensuring public and environmental safety.

What We’re Looking for:

•Licenses Required:American Registry of Radiologic Technologist and Kansas License Radiologic Technologist certifications (must be maintained throughout employment).

•Strong knowledge of radiation safety and Kansas radiological regulations.

•Detail-oriented with excellent report writing and technical communication skills.

•Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team to ensure the safety and regulatory compliance of X-ray and mammography services.

This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in public health while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Perform on-site inspections of small and large, complex x-ray registrants to determine if the use, possession, transfer, disposal, and storage of x-ray producing equipment are in accordance with K.S.A. 48-1601 et. seq.Complete testing of x-ray equipment with a multi-parameter x-ray detection system to determine compliance. Gather information from each registrant through interview to determine compliance with regulations. Review qualifications of x-ray producing equipment users and calculate radiation exposure potential to employees and the public.These duties include inspections in support of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Mammography Quality Services Act (MQSA) inspection contract. The inspections must be followed by a written report and possible recommendation for enforcement action, the first steps of which are carried out by the employee.Inspection reports are reviewed by the unit supervisor on a daily basis for completeness, and accurate citation of the regulations and statutes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in science
• Licensing & Certification:Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.Professional Radiological Technologist - incumbent is required to maintain a professional radiological technology license while in the position (ARRT and/or Kansas LRT). Employee must obtain certification by a physician to utilize personal protective equipment including respiratory protection equipment and be able to maintain that qualification within twelve months of hire.
• Minimum Qualifications: An Associate of Science or higher degree in Radiologic Technology or completion of a certificate based radiologic technology program and two years of experience in a radiological position may be substituted for the required education.Experience in radiological fields may be substituted for education as determined relevant by agency.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in medical Imaging or Associate degree in Radiologic TechnologyWord, Excel, PowerPoint, AccessProofreading, editing, attention to detailExperience in health physics and radiological health measurementsExperience with radiology, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, mammography, CT, CV, VI, QMAttendance at FDA Mammography and Diagnostic X-ray inspector training coursesCertification or eligible for cert of other societies or orgs dealing with radiation protectionCertification or eligible for certification of Radiologic Technology Primary CertificationCertification or eligible for certification of American Board of RadiologyCertification or eligible for certification of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Certification or eligible for certification of Nat'l Registry of Radiation protection TechnologistsCertification or eligible for certification of American Board of Health PhysicsCertification or eligible for certification of MQSA State or FDA Inspector
• Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Completion of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Credentialing.Must be licensed or able to be licensed as a Radiologic Technologist by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts.