Radiation Safety Officer/ EHS Specialist at Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. in Knoxville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Do you want to join us in helping to fight the world's most threatening diseases and enabling access to care for more people around the world? At Siemens Healthineers, we pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere.

At Siemens Healthineers, we offer you a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow personally and professionally. Sound interesting? Then come and join our global team as Radiation Safety Officer/EHS Specialist to maintain regulatory compliance and promote a safe and healthy work environment.

Our global team: We are a team of more than 68,000 highly dedicated employees across more than 70 countries from around the world. We are passionately pushing the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare to help improve people's lives. As a leader in the industry, we aspire to create better outcomes and experiences for patients no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio, spanning from in-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics to image-guided therapy and innovative cancer care, is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

Our culture: We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what's possible, to improve people's lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success. Check our Careers Site at https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/careers.


This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career. As a Radiation Safety Officer/EHS Specialist, you will be responsible for:


Primary Responsibilities - Radiation Safety

• Ensuring compliance with Radioactive Material (RAM) License requirements and all local, state and federal regulations (NRC, TDEC, OSHA, DOT) for Knoxville and Rockford sites.


• Developing and implementing radiation safety policies, procedures, and training programs to minimize occupational exposure and ensure the safety of employees and the environment.


• Providing guidance and support to employees working with radioactive materials or radiation-producing equipment, including training on safe handling practices and emergency response procedures.


• Performing routine audits, inspections, and surveys of buildings and equipment to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.


• Conducting risk assessments and hazard analyses for radiation use and provide recommendations for risk mitigation.


• Managing employee exposure monitoring program, including issuance and collection of radiation dosimeters, and review and distribution of exposure reports.


• Maintaining accurate records of all radioactive materials, including their procurement, use, storage, and disposal. This includes performing semi-annual leak tests and inventories.


• Maintaining Public Dose documentation.


• Maintaining the registration and inventory of radiation producing machines. Conducting inspections of radiation producing machines at required intervals per TDEC regulations.


• Maintaining the Hot Lab and conducting monthly inspections and surveys.


• Managing the waste program for all radioactive materials generated on-site.


• Overseeing shipments of Radioactive Materials and conducting RAM package check-ins.


• Ensuring that all incidents, accidents, and personnel exposure to radiation in excess of "ALARA" or site regulation limits, are investigated and reported to required entities.


• Preparing correspondence, license amendments, applications and other communications required by TDEC and/or the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.


• Preparing and submitting all regulatory and company required reports in a timely manner.


• Maintaining all records in accordance with regulatory and Siemens Healthineers requirements.


• Collaborating with regulatory agencies, Siemens Healthineers radiation safety committees, and internal stakeholders to address compliance issues and implement best practices.


• Overseeing the calibration of radiation survey instruments.


• Co-facilitating the Radiation Safety Committee.


• Leading site Radiation Emergency Response Teams (RERTs).

Secondary Responsibilities - Environmental, Health and Safety

• Supporting site EHS Specialist with management of Environmental, Health and Safety programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations.


• Working with the EHS Team to maintain the Environmental Health and Safety Management System to ensure adherence to the Siemens Healthineers requirements and ISO 14001/ISO 45001 standards.


• Being an EHS representative for site-related projects. This includes reviewing Management of Change (MoC) forms, conducting project safety reviews, evaluating new equipment, overseeing contractors and other tasks.


• Conducting EHS inspections and participating in incident investigations, root cause analyses and implementation of corrective actions.


• Participating with onsite Emergency Response Teams and EHS committees.


• Conducting EHS Awareness Training Sessions for new employees to raise awareness and promote a positive safety culture.


• May be required to perform other EHS related duties and tasks as assigned.

This position may suit you best if you are familiar with the skills listed below and if you would like to develop your career with Siemens Healthineers.


Required skills to have for the success of this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering or related field.


• 5 years experience as Radiation Safety Officer.


• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, and industry Radiation Protection standards.


• Proficiency in radiation detection and measurement instruments.


• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Strong writing capabilities, especially with writing clear, concise EHS procedures.


• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).


• Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.


• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.


• Travel up to 20% when necessary to support projects.

Preferred knowledge and skills for the success of this role:

• DOT/IATA certification for Radioactive Hazardous Materials.


• Certification by American Academy of Health Physics (CHP).


• Experience working with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Management Systems.


• First Aid/CPR/AED certified.

At Siemens Healthineers, we value those who dedicate their energy and passion to a greater cause. Our people make us unique as an employer in the med-tech industry. What unites and motivates our global team is the inspiration of our common purpose: To innovate for healthcare, building on our remarkable legacy of pioneering ideas that translate into even better healthcare products and services. We recognize that taking ownership of our work allows both us and the company to grow. We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment and the space to move beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally.


If you want to join us in transforming the way healthcare is delivered, visit our career site at https://jobs.siemens-healthineers.com/careers


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