- Position Title
- Health Physicist - Radiation Safety Officer
- Agency
- Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-10500326-19-NRT Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, May 13, 2019 to Friday, May 24, 2019
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Position may be filled at either Full-Time or Part-Time. Select your preference from the options below (may choose more than one).
Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Transcript and Additional Forms Reminder - Due to the positive education requirement, transcripts must be submitted with your application. Applicant(s) must also complete and submit the following documentation to demonstrate qualifying as an Radiation Safety Office as defined in 10 CFR Part 35: NRC Form 313A, Medical Use Training and Experience and Preceptor Attestation, Specialty Board Certification and a copy of your referenced radioactive material license, indicating type of use. Resume(s) must clearly support responses to all questionnaire questions. Applications will not be considered without appropriate documentation.
Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration. You must provide proof of certification or other supporting documentation with your application package (based on your response(s)). Failure to provide proof for verification will result in not receive credit.
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SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Requirement. Select the response that best describes that you qualify to act as a Radiation Safety Officer on the facility's material license in accordance with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations (10 CFR, Part 35). Documentation is required to support your response. Applications will not be considered without appropriate documentation.
2.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: I have obtained (and submitted) written attestation, signed by a preceptor Radiation Safety Officer, that the individual has satisfactorily completed the requirements in paragraph (e) and in paragraphs (a)(1)(i) and (a)(1)(ii) or (a)(2)(i) and (a)(2)(ii) or (b)(1) or (c)(1) or (c)(2) of this section, and has achieved a level of radiation safety knowledge sufficient to function independently as a Radiation Safety Officer for a medical use licensee.
3.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: I have training in the radiation safety, regulatory issues, and emergency procedures for the types of use for which a licensee seeks approval. This training requirement may be satisfied by completing training that is supervised by a Radiation Safety Officer, authorized medical physicist, authorized nuclear pharmacist, or authorized user, as appropriate, who is authorized for the type(s) of use for which the licensee is seeking approval.
In addition, to the Selective Placement Factors, applicant(s) must meet at least one of the following Basic Requirements. (TRANSCRIPT AND DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED)
4.
Select the ONE statement below that best describes your education or education and experience to meet the Basic Requirements for a Health Physicist - Radiation Safety Officer.
Minimum Qualification Requirements: In addition to meeting the Selective Placement Factor and Basic Requirement above, you must also meet the following minimum qualifications. Select the statements below that best describes your experience to meet the specific qualification requirements for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Duties sections of this vacancy announcement for detailed information.
5.
Do you have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes using in-depth knowledge of the techniques used to detect and measure ionizing radiation in assessing workplace conditions; performing shipping, receiving and related radiation surveys; performing emergency procedures related to radiation safety; utilizing knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology sufficient to understand radiation protection standards, theories, and practices; understanding and effectively implementing applicable DOT, EPA, NRC, and OSHA regulations; selecting, operating, calibrating instruments used for measuring radiation and radioactive materials; evaluating the need for shielding; determining the types/amounts of shielding required; calculating radioactive decay, attenuation, and performing dose calibrator linearity studies; managing/conducting a radiation protection training program; utilizing current radioactive effluent treatment methods, equipment, and procedures; identifying and evaluating radiation hazards and taking measures to eliminate or control exposure to those hazards; and highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. May have served as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), Assistant RSO or Radiation Safety Specialist. (Resume(s) must clearly support the required experience to be creditable. We will not make assumptions regarding experience.)
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Establish and implement written policy and procedures for the testing of the adequacy of radiation shielding and for using machine sources and radioactive materials safely.
7.
Establish and maintain written policy and procedures for credentialing users who use fluoroscopy.
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Maintain appropriate regulatory oversight of the medical use of radioactive materials.
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Establish and implement written policy and procedures for the purchase and disposal of radioactive materials.
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Manage the distribution, collection and analysis of personnel radiation dosimeters.
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Instruct all personnel concerning radiation and laser safety using machine sources of ionizing radiation, radioactive materials and lasers.
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Utilize knowledge of the categories of radiation hazards, internal exposure, external exposure and the methods of corrective actions.
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Utilize knowledge of the principles of x-ray producing devices and radioactive material measurement devices.
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Establish and implement written policy and procedures for training of personnel who work in areas where x-ray producing devices, radioactive materials, and laser devices are used.
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Inspect all facilities where radioactive materials and lasers are used and stored.
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Utilize knowledge of the methods of assessing the performance of fluoroscopy and radiographic imaging equipment.
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Assist in ensuring that all x-ray producing equipment is inspected for safety operations, compliance and safety standards.
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Ensure that all equipment that produces ionizing radiation is installed and assessed prior to first use.
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Investigate patient overexposure from machine-based sources of ionizing radiation, radioactive materials and lasers.
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Evaluate and implement a quality assurance program for x-ray and fluoroscopy equipment.
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Prepare and maintain committee meeting content, agenda(s), and meeting minutes.
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Produce written information in a succinct and organized manner.
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Prepare correspondence, and other written radiation safety related regulatory compliance communications.
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Maintain required radiation safety written records of all activities of the Radiation Safety Officer.
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information each job listed:
Job title
Duties (be as detailed as possible)
Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.