Senior Health Physicist

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The Senior Health Physicist is a strategic and technical leader responsible for enterprise-wide radiation safety and regulatory compliance across a national network of radiopharmacies. This role supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of radiation protection programs, licensing strategies, and environmental health and safety (EHS) initiatives. The Senior Health Physicist serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in radiation physics, regulatory affairs, and cleanroom operations, and provides mentorship and oversight to junior health physics staff.

Key Accountabilities:

Radiation Safety Program Leadership

Lead and oversee radiation protection audits, surveys, and inspections across all pharmacy

Perform complex radiation protection calculations, including shielding design, dose modeling, effluent assessments, and exposure mitigation strategies.

Provide enterprise-level guidance during radiation-related incidents, including spills, overexposures, and emergency response coordination.

Develop and implement enterprise SOPs and training programs for radiation safety and EHS

Regulatory Affairs & Licensing

Manage the preparation and submission of radioactive materials licenses, amendments, renewals, and decommissioning

Serve as a primary liaison with state and federal regulatory agencies, including Boards of Pharmacy, NRC, and state radiation control programs.

Interpret and apply evolving regulatory requirements (e.g., USP <825>, <797>, <800>) and ensure organizational

Cleanroom & Facility Support

Provide expert consultation on cleanroom microbiology, HVAC systems, and environmental monitoring

Collaborate with pharmacy operations and quality teams to ensure compliance with aseptic processing and facility design

Mentorship & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Mentor and provide technical oversight to Health Physicists and other radiation safety

Partner with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Pharmacy Operations to support inspections, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Documentation & Reporting

Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of radiation safety data, including dosimetry, waste management, and incident

Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all radiation safety activities and regulatory correspondence.

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Radiologic Science, or a related

5+ years of progressive experience in radiation safety, health physics, or regulatory compliance, preferably in a healthcare or radiopharmaceutical environment.

Certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Health Physics (CHP) strongly

Demonstrated experience managing multi-site radiation safety programs and regulatory

Ability to travel up to 30% and respond to incidents on a 24/7 basis as needed.

Deep knowledge of NRC and state radiation regulations, USP <825>, <797>, and <800>.

Strong leadership, mentoring, and project management

Excellent analytical, communication, and technical writing

Proficiency in radiation modeling software and Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, regulated

Key Capabilities:

Inclusive mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected

Creativity and innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges

Commitment to excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do

Results-oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results

Ethical behavior: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behavior in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders

Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges

Strong communication skills: Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, using clear and concise language

Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals

Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges

Continuous learning: Show a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills