Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)-

2. Job Summary The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is responsible for ensuring the safe use of radiation-producing equipment and maintaining compliance with applicable Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) regulations and radiation safety standards. The role involves monitoring radiation exposure, implementing radiation protection measures, maintaining statutory documentation, and ensuring the safety of patients, employees, visitors, and the public.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Radiation Safety and Compliance

- Ensure compliance with applicable AERB guidelines, radiation safety regulations, and approved operating procedures.
- Implement and monitor radiation protection protocols for diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Ensure that radiation equipment is operated only by appropriately qualified and authorized personnel.
- Monitor radiation safety practices in X-ray and other applicable imaging areas.
- Ensure appropriate use of protective equipment, including lead aprons, thyroid shields, and other radiation protection devices.
- Coordinate radiation surveys, quality assurance checks, and safety assessments as required.

B. Equipment and Facility Safety

- Ensure that radiation equipment, protective barriers, warning signs, and safety indicators meet applicable requirements.
- Monitor the availability and condition of radiation protection equipment.
- Coordinate equipment inspections, maintenance, and safety-related testing with authorized service providers.
- Report equipment defects, unsafe practices, and radiation safety concerns promptly.
- Ensure that the radiation facility operates within the scope of its applicable regulatory approvals.

C. Personnel Monitoring and Training

- Coordinate personnel radiation monitoring and dosimeter services, wherever applicable.
- Maintain and review occupational radiation exposure records.
- Educate staff on radiation hazards,



ALARA principles (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), and safe operating practices.
- Conduct periodic radiation safety training and awareness sessions.
- Ensure staff follow established radiation protection procedures.

D. Documentation and Reporting

- Maintain radiation safety records, equipment-related documents, personnel monitoring reports, and training records.
- Maintain applicable AERB licences, registrations, approvals, and compliance documentation.
- Coordinate regulatory inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
- Report radiation incidents, abnormal exposure, or safety breaches to the appropriate authorities and management as required.
- Ensure timely renewal and updating of applicable regulatory authorizations.

E. Patient and Workplace Safety

- Promote radiation dose optimization and safe imaging practices.
- Ensure appropriate patient identification, justification, and exposure protocols in coordination with authorized clinical personnel.
- Support implementation of radiation safety procedures for pregnant patients and other situations requiring additional precautions.
- Investigate radiation safety concerns and recommend preventive and corrective measures.
- Promote a culture of radiation safety throughout the healthcare facility.

4. Educational Qualifications

- Relevant qualification in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics, Radiation Safety, or another discipline accepted for the applicable RSO authorization.
- Valid RSO certification or recognition and authorization,



as applicable under current AERB requirements.
- Relevant training in radiation protection and diagnostic radiology safety.

5. Experience

- Experience in radiation safety, diagnostic radiology, or healthcare regulatory compliance is preferred.
- Experience in managing radiation safety documentation and regulatory inspections is an advantage.
- Familiarity with AERB requirements and radiation monitoring procedures is desirable.

6. Required Skills

- Knowledge of radiation protection principles and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Strong documentation, reporting, and compliance management skills.
- Attention to detail and risk assessment capabilities.
- Good communication and staff-training skills.
- Ability to coordinate with radiologists, radiographers, medical physicists, equipment vendors, and management.
- Commitment to patient safety and occupational health.

7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Timely completion of required radiation safety documentation.
- Compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and authorization conditions.
- Timely review of personnel radiation monitoring reports.
- Completion of scheduled safety checks and staff training.
- Timely reporting and closure of radiation safety incidents and corrective actions.
- Maintenance of radiation protection equipment and safety records.

8. General Responsibilities

- Follow MardaMed Healthcare policies, procedures, and professional standards.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information.
- Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure protected and compliant operations.
- Perform other radiation safety-related duties within the scope of professional qualifications and applicable regulations.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month Work Location: Hybrid remote in Malleswaram, Karnataka 560003

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