Environmental Protection Radiation Control Specialist (35 Hour)

Experienced as an x-ray technician? Have a background in radiology?

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• In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
• The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

Questions about this position should be directed to Jake Ferrari via email at jake.ferrari@ct.gov.

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of specialized inspections of installations where devices emitting ionizing and non-ionizing radiation are used, handled or stored.

Performs specialized inspections of installations where sources of ionizing radiation, especially diagnostic X-ray machines, are used or operated; provides consultation in regard to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation control and related subjects; assists Environmental Protection Radiation Control Physicists in all related work; maintains and calibrates radiation detecting field instruments; may assist Environmental Protection Radiation Control Physicists in responding to incidents and accidents involving sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of principles of ionizing radiation and its measurement; knowledge of radiation detection instruments; knowledge of ionizing radiation control methods; knowledge of practices pertaining to reduction of excessive or unnecessary exposures to radiation; knowledge of Connecticut laws and regulations pertaining to control of sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation; knowledge of radiation protection standards and guides; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills;; ability to utilize computer software.

Six (6) years of experience as an X-ray technician.

Incumbents must possess and retain certification and registration by the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) as a Registered Technologist.

1. College training with a major in the physical sciences may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. Graduation from an educational program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT for radiology may be substituted for the General Experience up to a maximum of two years.

• Experience in application and interpretation of regulations and standards pertaining to radiation producing machinery such as the use of x-ray, mammography, commuted tomography (CT), fluoroscopy, accelerator or radiation therapy in medical, veterinary, or dental facilities;
• Experience in the safe use of x-ray, mammography, commuted tomography (CT), fluoroscopy, accelerator or radiation therapy in medical, dental, and /or veterinary facilities;
• Experience with principles and practices in the field of radiation protection;
• Experience working independently as well as part of a team;
• Experience communicating risks of radiation to patients, parents, workers, or members of the public.

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
3. Incumbents in this class are required to meet medical requirements and maintain qualification for respiratory protection.

Incumbent may have significant exposure to ionizing radiation, toxic chemicals and fumes.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.