Health Physics Associate

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Job Title

Health Physics Associate

Location

Weston

Facility

Florida Weston Hospital

Department

Radiation Safety-Clinical and Operational Improvement

Job Code

001389

Shift

Days

Schedule

7:30am-4:30am

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Health Physics Associate supports radiation safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance activities across Cleveland Clinic Florida hospitals. This role is responsible for helping ensure that imaging and radiation-producing equipment, including X-ray and CT systems, operate in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and organizational standards. Acting as a liaison between Cleveland Clinic and the regulatory authorities, the caregiver coordinates and supports inspections and audits, addresses findings through corrective action plans, and works closely with clinical and operational teams to maintain compliance. Additional responsibilities include supporting radiation, radioactive materials, and laser safety programs, conducting investigations, identifying solutions to safety or compliance concerns, and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to promote a safe environment for patients and caregivers. While the role includes travel to Florida facilities, the caregiver will maintain office space at Main Campus.

A caregiver in this role will work Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• •Conduct audits of x-ray program records and safe operating procedures. This entails travel to remote sites.
• •Review and provide follow-up with site personnel and assist with problems detected.
• •Interface with Florida Department of Health inspectors and personnel routinely and during inspections.
• •Maintain or assist in maintaining x-ray registrations for CCHS facilities. May occasionally be required to assist with radioactive materials safety.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• •Associates degree in a safety/science technology area or an applicable health care area required
• •Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a safety, healthcare, or science field for candidates
• •Bachelor degree in a science, engineering, or safety field can substitute for two year of experience
• •Must maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and have reliable transportation

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• •Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology
• •Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a science, engineering, or safety field
• •American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification

Physical Requirements:

Manual dexterity to operate office equipment. Ability to lift and transport up to 15 pounds. May require extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting. Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• •Laboratory coats and disposable gloves may need to be worn in certain areas.
• •Lead apparel may need to be worn in certain areas where x-rays will be emitted during the course of their audit.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.