The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is responsible for ensuring the safe use of radiation-producing equipment in the hospital, protecting patients, staff, and the public from unnecessary radiation exposure, and ensuring compliance with applicable radiation safety regulations.
2. Key Responsibilities
- Ensure radiation safety in the Radiology Department and other areas using radiation equipment.
- Monitor radiation exposure levels and ensure proper use of radiation protection equipment.
- Ensure availability and proper use of lead aprons, thyroid shields, radiation badges, and other protective devices.
- Maintain radiation safety records, monitoring reports, and compliance documentation.
- Ensure that radiation equipment is operated according to applicable safety procedures.
- Coordinate radiation safety inspections, audits, and regulatory requirements.
- Train staff on radiation protection practices and safety protocols.
- Investigate radiation safety incidents and recommend corrective actions.
- Coordinate with radiologists, radiographers, medical physicists, and hospital administration.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) guidelines and licensing requirements.
3. Educational Qualifications
- Relevant qualification in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics, or another qualification accepted by the applicable regulatory authority.
- Must meet the qualification, training, and certification requirements prescribed by AERB for the relevant facility.
4. Required Skills
- Knowledge of radiation protection and safety standards.
- Understanding of radiation monitoring and dosimetry.
- Documentation and compliance management skills.
- Valuable communication and staff-training skills.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.