Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $66,000.00 - $98,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
Health savings account
401K Savings Plan
flexible spending accounts
short-term disability
long-term disability
work-life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Job Description
Cardinal Health is a leading global, integrated healthcare services and products company, dedicated to improving the cost-effectiveness of healthcare. With a broad footprint spanning pharmaceutical distribution, medical products, and surgical solutions, Cardinal Health supports healthcare providers, pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics with essential services and products that ensure patients receive quality care. Known for its commitment to operational excellence and compliance with rigorous regulatory standards, Cardinal Health fosters a workplace environment that values innovation, integrity, and inclusiveness.
As a Senior Specialist at Cardinal Health, you will play a critical role in integrating Health Physics, Radiation Safety, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs to support the safe and compliant manufacturing of radiopharmaceuticals. This role rests at the nexus of radiation safety management and environmental health, ensuring the proper control and stewardship of radioactive materials while aligning operations with ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles and stringent regulatory requirements. The Senior Specialist acts as a primary technical contributor focused heavily on the management of radiation safety, radioactive waste streams, and the overall environmental health protocols critical to maintaining the highest safety standards.
Your responsibilities include serving as a pivotal contact for radiation safety activities and providing expert oversight in radiation hazard assessment, safety procedure development, and training. You will conduct impact assessments for new and modified processes and equipment, ensuring all activities comply with health physics guidelines and safety regulations. In addition to health physics responsibilities, you will support broader Environmental Health & Safety programs by leading hazard assessments, risk mitigation planning, workplace safety evaluations, and coordination of contractor safety management. You also will take charge of waste characterization, segregation, storage, documentation, and coordination with approved vendors, fostering compliance with hazardous and radioactive waste regulations.
This role demands a proactive approach to training and competency development, where you will design, deliver, and maintain training programs tailored to radiation safety and EHS operational requirements. As the Senior Specialist, you will contribute to procedural documentation and continuous improvement initiatives that align with both operational objectives and regulatory mandates. Your work environment will include office, laboratory, production, and manufacturing settings, all regulated under state and federal guidelines.
Cardinal Health values diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates of varied backgrounds to apply, including Veterans and those returning to the workforce. The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,800 to $82,260, with the role being non-bonus eligible. Working with Cardinal Health offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful work that impacts healthcare safety and efficacy, within a supportive and compliant workplace culture.
As a Senior Specialist at Cardinal Health, you will play a critical role in integrating Health Physics, Radiation Safety, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs to support the safe and compliant manufacturing of radiopharmaceuticals. This role rests at the nexus of radiation safety management and environmental health, ensuring the proper control and stewardship of radioactive materials while aligning operations with ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles and stringent regulatory requirements. The Senior Specialist acts as a primary technical contributor focused heavily on the management of radiation safety, radioactive waste streams, and the overall environmental health protocols critical to maintaining the highest safety standards.
Your responsibilities include serving as a pivotal contact for radiation safety activities and providing expert oversight in radiation hazard assessment, safety procedure development, and training. You will conduct impact assessments for new and modified processes and equipment, ensuring all activities comply with health physics guidelines and safety regulations. In addition to health physics responsibilities, you will support broader Environmental Health & Safety programs by leading hazard assessments, risk mitigation planning, workplace safety evaluations, and coordination of contractor safety management. You also will take charge of waste characterization, segregation, storage, documentation, and coordination with approved vendors, fostering compliance with hazardous and radioactive waste regulations.
This role demands a proactive approach to training and competency development, where you will design, deliver, and maintain training programs tailored to radiation safety and EHS operational requirements. As the Senior Specialist, you will contribute to procedural documentation and continuous improvement initiatives that align with both operational objectives and regulatory mandates. Your work environment will include office, laboratory, production, and manufacturing settings, all regulated under state and federal guidelines.
Cardinal Health values diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates of varied backgrounds to apply, including Veterans and those returning to the workforce. The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,800 to $82,260, with the role being non-bonus eligible. Working with Cardinal Health offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful work that impacts healthcare safety and efficacy, within a supportive and compliant workplace culture.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Health Physics Environmental Science Safety Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Health Physics EHS or related fields preferably within regulated manufacturing environments
- At least 2 years of experience handling radioactive materials preferred
- Proven experience in managing waste programs including radioactive and hazardous waste
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as NRC DOT OSHA EPA RCRA
- Strong communication skills with experience in delivering training
- Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain organized workflow
- Sound judgment and ability to work independently under general guidance
- Ability to participate effectively in audits and regulatory inspections
Job Qualifications
- Degree preferred in Health Physics Environmental Science Safety Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in Health Physics EHS or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
- 2+ years of radioactive material handling experience a plus
- Experience owning or managing waste programs radioactive hazardous universal
- Working knowledge of applicable regulations NRC DOT OSHA EPA RCRA
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated training experience
- Analytical organized and capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously
Job Duties
- Serve as a primary point of contact for radiation safety and health physics-related activities supporting the site radiation safety program
- Apply ALARA principles to evaluate radiological hazards work practices and process changes
- Conduct radiation safety impact assessments for new or modified processes and equipment
- Demonstrate technical proficiency and confidence in the use of radiation detection and monitoring instrumentation
- Participate in investigations and response activities related to radiological incidents abnormal events or emergencies
- Support audits inspections and regulatory interactions related to radiation safety and waste programs
- Support operation-specific EHS hazard assessments and development of risk mitigation plans
- Assist with occupational injury illness investigations notifications and corrective action development
- Support the Contractor Management Program including onboarding new contractors and vendors reviewing JHS PTPs and providing safety support for routine and non-routine site projects
- Implement and support safety programs for the site including contractor safety management LOTO electrical safety confined safety machine guarding and fall protection
- Serve as the site point person for waste management programs including waste characterization segregation labeling storage documentation and coordination with approved vendors
- Participate in internal and external EHS audits and inspections
- Contribute EHS performance metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Establish and lead the site safety committee
- Serve as a primary trainer for EHS programs and some radiation safety
- Deliver and maintain training content to support regulatory compliance and operational competency
- Provide hands-on training and coaching for employees supervisors and contractors as applicable
- Act as a co-contributor in the development review and revision of SOPs and work instructions related to radiation safety waste handling and EHS programs
- Ensure procedures and training materials accurately reflect current operations and regulatory requirements
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of Health Physics and EHS principles to perform varied and complex assignments
- Exercise sound judgment and accountability within defined parameters
- Work independently under general guidance and receive direction on new or complex initiatives
- Contribute to continuous improvement of programs procedures and training systems
- Communicate effectively and maintain composure when working under pressure
- Work is reviewed for alignment with objectives technical accuracy and regulatory compliance
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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