Overview
About this Role
Job Summary This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by ensuring that qualified individuals are using X-ray machines in a safe and appropriate manner through timely, high-quality inspections and investigations.
The Associate (Assoc.) Health Physicist (HP) performs the more difficult and complex health physicist work as a lead inspector in the X-Ray Inspection program. The incumbent applies principles of health physics, radiation control regulations, policies and procedures, and best practices to ensure the health and safety of workers, the public, and the environment. The position specializes in regulatory health physics (radiation safety) emphasizing fieldwork operations from a state regional compliance office. The Assoc. HP is provided with radiation detection and other equipment necessary to support their assigned duties and is expected to use, transport, and care for this equipment.
The incumbent works under the direction of the Senior (Sr.) HP of the Inspection, Compliance, and Enforcement (ICE) Section, Radiation Machines, X-Ray Machine Inspection Unit, Region 3 Sacramento.
Key Responsibilities
40% Inspections and Investigations: Leads, plans, designs, and conducts the most difficult and complex inspections, investigations, and examinations of allegations involving X-ray machine registrants in industrial, human clinical, and veterinary applications. Communicates orally and in writing with regulated and unregulated individuals, both internal and external to the Department, to ensure enforcement and compliance with radiation control laws and regulations. Reviews corrective actions to determine regulatory compliance and analyzes and finalizes reports. Participates in Quality Assurance (QA) audits at local and State levels. Assists in evaluating new technologies and equipment.
20% Guidance and Consultation: Leads, plans, designs, and conducts the most difficult and complex inspections, investigations, and examinations of allegations involving X-ray machine registrants in hospitals and radiation therapy departments. Communicates orally and in writing with regulated and unregulated individuals, both internal and external to the Department, to ensure enforcement and compliance with radiation control laws and regulations. Reviews corrective actions to determine regulatory compliance and analyzes and finalizes reports. Participates in QA audits at local and State levels. Assists in evaluating new technologies and equipment.
15% Report Preparation and Submission: Prepares reports and documents for escalated enforcement actions. Assists in preparing testimony, analysis, and legislative documents related to provisions of radiation control laws and regulations. Prepares and reviews technical reports and correspondence from inside and outside the Branch for QA.
10% Inspections and Investigations (Dental): Leads, plans, designs, and conducts the most difficult and complex inspections, investigations, and examinations of allegations involving X-ray machine registrants using X-ray equipment for dental applications. Communicates orally and in writing with regulated and unregulated individuals, both internal and external to the CDPH, to ensure enforcement and compliance with radiation control laws and regulations. Reviews corrective actions to determine regulatory compliance and analyzes and finalizes reports. Participates in QA audits at local and State levels.
5% Training and Development: Organizes and participates in training courses as directed and assists in formal or practical technical and non-technical training of HP staff. Participates in peer review on assigned projects, providing constructive criticism. Maintains individually assigned inspection equipment and participates in inspection equipment evaluation as directed.
5% Collaboration: Works with other regulatory agencies and X-ray registrants. Provides technical assistance to local health departments, medical, dental, and other X-ray users to identify and mitigate the health hazards from radiation.
5% Other (Marginal Functions): Participates in emergency preparedness exercises and training and responds to radiological emergencies or incidents. Performs other work‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
All employees shall possess the general qualifications, as described in California Code of Regulations Title 2, Section 172, which include, but are not limited to integrity, honesty, dependability, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work cooperatively with others.
This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and, adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
Conflict of Interest (COI)
Background Check and/or Fingerprinting Clearance
Medical Clearance
Travel: Up to 80% travel is required, which may include overnight stays.
Bilingual: Pass a State written and/or verbal proficiency exam in
License/Certification:
Other:
About California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
CDPH works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
Diversity Statement
At CDPH, equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
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