Research Health Physicist

Company Description EmDX Research and Consulting Associates is a specialized firm focused on providing expert guidance and solutions in research, and healthcare support, and scientific staffing. EmDX values rigorous scientific methods, clear communication, and practical solutions that help clients meet regulatory and operational goals.

EmDX Research and Consulting Associates is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible health physicist to serve as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for the Orlando VA Healthcare System on a federal contract basis. The RSO will oversee the facility's radiation safety program covering Nuclear Medicine, diagnostic imaging, CT simulation, linear accelerator, and brachytherapy operations. On-site presence is required Mondays and Thursdays; after-hours emergency availability (~25 hrs/year) is also required. This is a W-2 position with EmDX Research and is contingent upon contract award.

**Applications reviewed immediately. Oversee radiation safety program for Nuclear Medicine, diagnostic x-ray, fluoroscopy, mammography, CT simulation, and linear accelerator operations.

Conduct at least annual inspections and calibrations of all x-ray equipment and radionuclide use/storage areas.

Perform and document surveys, wipe tests, and personnel dosimetry distribution/collection.

Investigate and report overexposures, ALARA exceptions, spills, medical events, and mis-administrations to NHPP and Radiation Safety Committee.

Prepare NRC/state license amendments, applications, and regulatory correspondence.

Assist the Radiation Safety Committee and Radioactive Drug Research Committee.

Coordinate the Medical Imaging Quality Control Program.

Provide after-hours emergency response as needed.

Strong foundation in Health Physics and Radiation, including principles of radiation protection and exposure control.

Demonstrated proficiency in Radiation Safety, including development and implementation of safety procedures and monitoring programs.

Board-certified or board-eligible health physicist (American Board of Health Physics / Health Physics Society)

Eligible to be named as RSO on an NRC license and on the Therapeutic Radiation Producing Machine Registration Certificate (Linear Accelerator).

Experience with NRC regulatory compliance (10 CFR 20, 10 CFR 35), OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1096), FDA (21 CFR 1020.30, 21 CFR 900).

Ability to analyze complex data, write clear technical reports, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Professional certifications (such as CHP or in progress) and prior experience in medical, industrial, or research radiation settings are beneficial.