SUMMARY

Ensures employee health and safety standards are met in all areas of the organization. Ensures the safe use of radioactive materials, radiation-producing machines, and lasers through licensure, registration, and compliance with accepted environmental, health, and safety standards. Maintains knowledge/expertise on existing/proposed changes in radiation and laser safety regulations; interprets and applies relevant laws and regulations. 

The Radiation Safety Program provides radiation safety services to UT Southwestern Medical Center, Texas Behavioral Health Center, University Hospitals, Parkland Health and its associated clinics, and Children’s Health and its associated clinics.The Senior Radiation Safety Specialist will assist in the development and maintenance of a comprehensive radiation safety program, including developing and providing radiation safety trainings, performing audits to ensure regulatory compliance, and maintaining records as r...