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Adhere to radiation safety regulations and protocols, including proper use of personal protective ... Minimum 1-2 years of experience in industrial CR/DR or NDT (entry-level candidates with relevant ...

Adhere to radiation safety regulations and protocols, including proper use of personal protective ... Minimum 1-2 years of experience in industrial CR/DR or NDT (entry-level candidates with relevant ...

Adhere to radiation safety regulations and protocols, including proper use of personal protective ... Minimum 1-2 years of experience in industrial CR/DR or NDT (entry-level candidates with relevant ...

Apave America is currently seeking Entry-level Rope Access Assistants. Full-time position in North ... Required Skills/Experience: • Radiation Safety Training • Valid TWIC card required. • Valid ...

Adhere to radiation safety regulations and protocols, including proper use of personal protective ... Minimum 1-2 years of experience in industrial CR/DR or NDT (entry-level candidates with relevant ...

CR/DR Technician

Torrance, CA · On-site

$37.02 - $45.67/hr

Adhere to radiation safety regulations and protocols, including proper use of personal protective ... Minimum 1-2 years of experience in industrial CR/DR or NDT (entry-level candidates with relevant ...

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How much do entry level radiation safety jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level radiation safety in the United States is $76,893.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do I become a Radiation Safety Officer?

To become a Radiation Safety Officer, you typically need a bachelor's degree in health physics, radiological sciences, or a related field, along with experience working with radiation sources. Certification from organizations like the American Board of Health Physics or the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists is often required or preferred. Additionally, knowledge of radiation safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and proper use of detection tools are essential for the role.

What is the difference between Entry Level Radiation Safety vs Entry Level Radiation Technologist?

AspectEntry Level Radiation SafetyEntry Level Radiation Technologist
Required CertificationsRadiation Safety Officer (RSO) certification, basic radiation safety trainingARRT certification, radiologic technology license
Work EnvironmentHospitals, laboratories, industrial sites focusing on safety protocolsHospitals, clinics, imaging centers performing diagnostic procedures
Employer & Industry UsageOrganizations ensuring radiation safety complianceMedical facilities conducting imaging procedures
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding safety roles in radiation environmentsPerforming diagnostic imaging tasks

Entry Level Radiation Safety professionals focus on ensuring radiation safety compliance and protocols within various settings, requiring safety certifications. In contrast, Entry Level Radiation Technologists perform diagnostic imaging procedures, requiring radiologic technology licenses. Both roles are essential in healthcare and industrial sectors but differ in responsibilities and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Radiation Safety job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 47% Full Time, 43% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,893 per year, or $37 per hour.

Diagnostic Physicist Trainee

Pennsylvania Medicine

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Summary:
  • The Diagnostic Physicist Trainee is a Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP) accredited 2-year training program within the physics section of Penn Medicine Department of Radiology. The trainee will gain hands on experience in areas of diagnostic physics such as: proper accreditation, compliance and regulatory inspections of all imaging modalities; diagnostic physics research; radiation safety and health physics; clinical awareness, professionalism, communication and educational techniques. During the course of the 2-year program, the trainee will have progressive responsibilities with the expectation to perform tasks independently with indirect supervision. Training will be conducted by experienced ABR certified Penn Medicine staff physicists. At the completion of the 2-year program, the trainee will be eligible to take the American Board of Radiology (ABR) Diagnostic Physics certification examination and will be well prepared to seek employment as an entry-level diagnostic physicist.

Responsibilities:
  • Acceptance, annual, and post-repair performance testing of imaging equipment
    Establishing, maintaining, and evaluating appropriate quality control programs for various imaging modalities
    Assessment of image quality and trouble-shooting image artifacts
    Accreditation testing for all imaging modalities
    Radiation protection and safety including shielding design, patient and fetal dose estimations, personnel dosimetry services, and general health physics topics
    Protocol optimization, radiation dose tracking, and technology management
    Conducting research in and educating others about the field of imaging physics
    Clinical awareness, professionalism and communication
Credentials:
Education or Equivalent Experience:
  • Master of Arts or Science (Required) Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP) accredited program
OR
  • Ph.D. (Required) from non CAMPEP accredited program AND certificate from CAMPEP accredited certificate program
OR
  • Ph.D. from non CAMPEP accredited program AND graduate-level core topics: 1. Radiological Physics and Dosimetry 2. Radiation Protection and Radiation Safety 3. Fundamentals of Imaging in Medicine 4. Radiobiology 5. Anatomy and Physiology 6. Radiation Therapy Physic
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.