This position will work in the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) department with duties that encompass all missions of OHSU. EHS oversees/manages programs and policies aimed at minimizing risks to safety, health, the environment, and regulatory compliance for the OHSU community. The EHS program encompasses chemical, biosafety, fire/life safety, radiation safety, as well as general safety oversight across the university.
The Safety Specialist 1 will provide EHS services under the direction of EHS leadership. This position will be significantly embedded in the healthcare areas, with a focus on Clinical Radiation Safety programs, as part of the broader EHS Healthcare Safety Team Emphasis will be placed on customer service, data management, and collaboration with clinical operations. This position provides safety leadership to the OHSU community by implementing programs and helping OHSU policies and practices conform to federal and state regulations. Additional work may be assigned in identifying, evaluating, controlling and effectively managing the health and safety programs within EHS, and responsibilities will cross over into an integrated clinical/research approach to radiation safety. Projects and/or responsibilities in other program areas may also be assigned.
Responsibilities will include both task-oriented and program development duties in:
Dosimetry badging program;
X-ray machine inventory and registration;
Data collection, analysis and presentation;
Clinical Radiation Safety Committee support;
Training program and policy development;
Participation in regulatory inspections.
Providing Radiation Safety support during specific patient procedures
The primary work location is the Central Campus, located in Portland, Oregon, but will have a strong focus on the OHSU healthcare operations throughout the Portland area, with some duties within the research and education missions.
Bachelors degree in a relevant field
3 years of related experience
Working knowledge of requirements related to safety
Ability to understand scientific and regulatory terminology in order to provide thorough and accurate review and guidance;
Experience working with hazardous materials and waste
Experience reviewing, interpreting, and providing guidance on regulatory rules and standards;
Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment; effective organizational, oral, and written communication skills; strong multi-tasking skills to meet multiple deadlines and complete numerous projects simultaneously; ability to interact in a positive, productive manner with research faculty and staff, leadership, and other staff (demonstrating sensitivity, tact, and professionalism);
Advanced proficiency with electronic systems and software.
Advanced degree or additional emphasis/training/education in radiation safety
Radiation safety specific experience at an academic medical center or accredited medical facility.
Functional knowledge of current radiation safety requirements
Demonstrated leadership and formal/informal influence skills
Advanced knowledge in federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance relating to safety and related areas
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
As an organization devoted to the health and well-being of people in Oregon and beyond, OHSU requires its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Working knowledge of requirements related to safety
Ability to understand scientific and regulatory terminology in order to provide thorough and accurate review and guidance;
Experience working with hazardous materials and waste
Experience reviewing, interpreting, and providing guidance on regulatory rules and standards;
Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment; effective organizational, oral, and written communication skills; strong multi-tasking skills to meet multiple deadlines and complete numerous projects simultaneously; ability to interact in a positive, productive manner with research faculty and staff, leadership, and other staff (demonstrating sensitivity, tact, and professionalism);
Advanced proficiency with electronic systems and software.
As the state's only health and research university, OHSU brings together patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care providers and scientists and community service to improve the health and well-being of all Oregonians.The university is a conduit for learning for more than 2,800 students, providing training to interns, residents and fellows in postgraduate medical and research. It is the only place in Oregon that grants doctoral degrees in medicine, dentistry and nursing. OHSU cares for more than 251,000 patients each year from around the region and takes a leadership role in contributing to solutions involving the health of the state and the nation, such as health care access and transparency, ethics and workforce shortage. Beyond providing critical health care services, quality education and cutting-edge research, OHSU also is a key economic and social force in the Northwest. With an annual operating budget of $2.06 billion and more than 14,000 employees, OHSU is Portland?s largest employer. Its size contributes to its ability to provide... many services and community support activities not found anywhere else in Oregon. For more information visit http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/about/index.cfm
