Health Physicist (Everett)
Hansell Tierney, Everett, WA, United States
Our client is looking for a
Health Physicist Technician 2 . This is an experienced position that performs day-to-day functions of the company's Radiation Safety Program. The Health Physicist Technician 2 is expected to have a strong foundation of health physics technician work and be proficient with radiological surveying and operational support.
Location:
Everett, WA - Onsite
Duration:
12 Months
Compensation:
$28 - $52 per hour.
Benefits:
Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, and other employer sponsored programs.
US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. Work sponsorship is not available currently.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform contamination and exposure rate surveys.
Perform routine inspections of laboratory and radiological conditions.
Deploy and collect airborne monitoring equipment and filters.
Provide operational radiation safety support and serve as points of contact for radiation workers.
Ensure radiological activities are compliant with company policies.
Provide daily operational/laboratory support to ensure appropriate instruments and equipment are functional and adequate to support operations.
Review, survey, and complete shipments of Class 7 Radioactive Material including receipt inspections.
Maintain and calibrate radiological instruments.
Assist in maintaining inventory and supplies of health physics materials and equipment.
Perform and direct decontamination as necessary.
Effectively communicate radiation protection requirements to personnel.
Provide radiation safety training and instrumentation training to radiation workers.
Follow, review, and update standard operating procedures.
Observe work practices for ALARA practices and implementation of controls.
Exchange personnel and area monitoring dosimetry on a routine basis.
Ensure proper posting and labeling throughout company facilities.
Assist with establishment of controls for new radiological use areas.
Perform other tasks and duties as specified by the Radiation Safety Officer.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years' experience in a health physicist technician role. OR associate's degree in Radiation Protection, Radiological/Health Science, or a related technical discipline. OR a Navy ELT veteran with experience conducting radiological surveys. OR equivalent training and experience.
Experience using radiation detection instrumentation: swipe counters, ion chamber, GM meters, gamma counters, and gamma spectroscopy systems.
Must be able to perform physical tasks with and without respiratory protection.
Must be able to wear PPE, personal dosimeter, and respirator.
Ability to work a modified schedule and overtime as workload and project schedules dictate.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interface effectively with employees, management, and regulators as required.
Must be flexible and able to quickly adjust to new or changing projects/tasks and schedules.
Ability to function independently, demonstrating self-motivation and initiative.
Strong organization and time management capabilities, including coordination and prioritization of multiple projects and tasks.
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
Nice to Have:
Experience in planning, overseeing, and reviewing radiological work within radiation areas and contamination areas.
Military experience.
About Hansell Tierney:
Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients' unique needs.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security or Social Security Administration so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Compensation and Benefits Disclosure
The compensation range listed above represents the expected range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.
Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored programs.
Health Physicist Technician 2 . This is an experienced position that performs day-to-day functions of the company's Radiation Safety Program. The Health Physicist Technician 2 is expected to have a strong foundation of health physics technician work and be proficient with radiological surveying and operational support.
Location:
Everett, WA - Onsite
Duration:
12 Months
Compensation:
$28 - $52 per hour.
Benefits:
Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, and other employer sponsored programs.
US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. Work sponsorship is not available currently.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform contamination and exposure rate surveys.
Perform routine inspections of laboratory and radiological conditions.
Deploy and collect airborne monitoring equipment and filters.
Provide operational radiation safety support and serve as points of contact for radiation workers.
Ensure radiological activities are compliant with company policies.
Provide daily operational/laboratory support to ensure appropriate instruments and equipment are functional and adequate to support operations.
Review, survey, and complete shipments of Class 7 Radioactive Material including receipt inspections.
Maintain and calibrate radiological instruments.
Assist in maintaining inventory and supplies of health physics materials and equipment.
Perform and direct decontamination as necessary.
Effectively communicate radiation protection requirements to personnel.
Provide radiation safety training and instrumentation training to radiation workers.
Follow, review, and update standard operating procedures.
Observe work practices for ALARA practices and implementation of controls.
Exchange personnel and area monitoring dosimetry on a routine basis.
Ensure proper posting and labeling throughout company facilities.
Assist with establishment of controls for new radiological use areas.
Perform other tasks and duties as specified by the Radiation Safety Officer.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years' experience in a health physicist technician role. OR associate's degree in Radiation Protection, Radiological/Health Science, or a related technical discipline. OR a Navy ELT veteran with experience conducting radiological surveys. OR equivalent training and experience.
Experience using radiation detection instrumentation: swipe counters, ion chamber, GM meters, gamma counters, and gamma spectroscopy systems.
Must be able to perform physical tasks with and without respiratory protection.
Must be able to wear PPE, personal dosimeter, and respirator.
Ability to work a modified schedule and overtime as workload and project schedules dictate.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interface effectively with employees, management, and regulators as required.
Must be flexible and able to quickly adjust to new or changing projects/tasks and schedules.
Ability to function independently, demonstrating self-motivation and initiative.
Strong organization and time management capabilities, including coordination and prioritization of multiple projects and tasks.
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
Nice to Have:
Experience in planning, overseeing, and reviewing radiological work within radiation areas and contamination areas.
Military experience.
About Hansell Tierney:
Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients' unique needs.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security or Social Security Administration so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Compensation and Benefits Disclosure
The compensation range listed above represents the expected range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.
Benefits available to eligible employees or consultants may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid sick leave, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored programs.