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MedStar Health

Health Physics Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$31.28 - $56.39/hr

General Summary of Position Monitors radiation exposures conducts area surveys performs instrument calibrations and oversees radioactive waste management. Manages the organizational personnel ...

CAMRIS

Quality Assurance Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$128K - $173K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requires a minimum of at least four years of experience in QA management/supervision in the areas of documentation control, raw material management, instrument calibration, validation, repair ...

CAMRIS

Quality Assurance Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$128K - $173K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Requires a minimum of at least four years of experience in QA management/supervision in the areas of documentation control, raw material management, instrument calibration, validation, repair ...

Guidehouse

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (3rd Shift)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$65K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Execute and log all quality control measures, instrument calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities. * Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens. * Document and ...

Guidehouse

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (3rd Shift)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$65K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Execute and log all quality control measures, instrument calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities. * Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens. * Document and ...

PatientFirst

Lab Supervisor

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$38.50 - $43/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Coordinating instrument maintenance and procedural calibrations; * Documenting all quality controls activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance; * Identifying indicators that ...

Patient First

Lab Supervisor

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$38.50 - $43/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Coordinating instrument maintenance and procedural calibrations; * Documenting all quality controls activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance; * Identifying indicators that ...

Patient First

Lab Supervisor

Annapolis, MD

$38.50 - $43/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Coordinating instrument maintenance and procedural calibrations; * Documenting all quality controls activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance; * Identifying indicators that ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Survey Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... instrument techniques? As a Survey Manager, you who will oversee survey teams of one or more ... Monitors and maintains the condition and calibration of surveying equipment. * Coordinates survey ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Survey Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you an innovative leader with expert knowledge of land mapping and technical survey instrument ... Monitors and maintains the condition and calibration of surveying equipment. * Coordinates survey ...

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How much do instrument calibration jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for instrument calibration in Washington is $58.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.57 and $70.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an instrument calibration?

An Instrument Calibration job involves testing, adjusting, and maintaining measuring devices to ensure they provide accurate readings. Calibration technicians work with a variety of instruments, including pressure gauges, thermometers, and electronic equipment, to ensure compliance with industry standards. They document calibration results, troubleshoot faulty instruments, and may collaborate with engineers or quality control teams. This role is crucial in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and aerospace, where precision measurements are essential.

What does an instrument calibration technician do?

As an Instrument Calibration professional, your daily tasks often include testing, adjusting, and documenting the accuracy of a variety of measuring and monitoring instruments. You may calibrate devices such as pressure gauges, thermometers, or electronic meters, using specialized tools and following strict quality standards. Routine duties also involve maintaining detailed calibration records and troubleshooting equipment issues to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaboration with engineers, quality assurance teams, and production staff is common to ensure equipment reliability throughout the organization.

What skills and qualifications are needed for instrument calibration?

To thrive in Instrument Calibration, you need a solid understanding of measurement principles, attention to detail, and a background in electronics or metrology, often supported by relevant technical certifications or associate degrees. Proficiency with calibration tools, test equipment, and software such as Fluke MET/CAL or LabVIEW is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, organization, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure calibration processes are accurate, compliant, and completed efficiently, maintaining the integrity of critical instruments in various industries.

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Infographic showing various Instrument Calibration job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $120,961 per year, or $58.2 per hour.

Health Physics Assistant

MedStar Health

Washington, DC • On-site

$31.28 - $56.39/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Medstar Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 240 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

127th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

About the Job
MedStar Health is looking for a Health Physics Assistant to join our team at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital!
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
General Summary of Position
Monitors radiation exposures conducts area surveys performs instrument calibrations and oversees radioactive waste management. Manages the organizational personnel dosimetry program supports Deputy Radiation Safety Officer (DSRO) with Radiopharmaceutical therapies shipment of radioactive materials (RAM) sources and supports the DRSO with the technical lead for radiation spills medical events or lost source investigations ensuring the Radiation Safety Officer is freed to manage institutional communication and regulatory reporting.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Conducts planning development implementation and oversight of everyday health physics duties for the protection of personnel environment and facilities and regulatory commitments for the Radiation Safety Program.
  • Assists with patient and room surveys especially in cardiovascular brachytherapy procedures radioactive seed implant procedures (prostate and cervical cancer) and I-131 therapy patients (thyroid cancer) before these patients are released per regulatory requirements. Occasionally participates in I-131 therapy patient room preparation dose administration to the patients and decon process. Takes full responsibility to avoid any medical event.
  • Performs leak testing on sealed radioactive sources and for maintenance of ionizing radiation detection devices (internally or from an authorized vendor).
  • Participates occasionally in cleaning radioactive material spills receives/delivers radioactive packages and performs appropriate surveys per Department of Transportation regulations to ensure that the packages are free from contamination. Oversees the radioactive waste program.
  • Provides general surveillance of radiation safety activities including personnel facility and environmental monitoring in the Cath Lab. Evaluate personnel radiation exposure. Provides instructions to thyroid and cervical cancer patients. Conducts patient and area surveys during dose admin. Releases therapy patients from licensee's control per regulation
  • Assists the Radiation Safety Officer and RSC in developing safety programs and in other aspects. Furnish consultation services for personnel on aspects of radiation protection. Checks periodically to see that approved procedures are being used. Provides occasional radiation safety training to the new hires.
  • Receives distributes and monitors radiation badges for all radiation workers in the hospital center. Maintains an internet database for adding deleting and updating dosimetry records. Updates radiation safety officer on overexposures.

Minimal Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in radiological science or related field required

Experience
  • 1-2 years of experience identifying monitoring and disposing radioactive waste required
  • 1-2 years experience in handling and calibration of imaging equipment required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current radiation safety regulations and guidelines required.

This position has a hiring range of
USD $31.28 - USD $56.39 /Hr.

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MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

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Columbia, MD, US

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