Health Physicists often work in laboratories.
Health physics is the field of science involved with radiation biology and radiation physics. It is the function of health physics professionals to report on the safe use of ionizing radiation. Health physicists are normally employed at government laboratories, medical institutions and nuclear power plants. A number of sub-specialties exist in the field of health physics, including environmental assessment, radioactive waste management, and radiological emergency response.
Health Physicist
The health physicist employed by the Department of the Navy in offices throughout Maine is responsible for the protection of both human lives and the environment regarding unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation. Depending on the individual health physicist's level of seniority, the person will execute a variety of duties related to emergency preparedness. The health physicist is primarily involved with both environmental and radiation health monitoring. This person is also responsible for the maintenance or decommissioning of nuclear support facilities, in the area under their jurisdiction. According to American Job, as of May 2010, a health physicist with the Navy field offices in Maine earns between $26,461 and $141, 224 per year.
Technician 1, Nuclear Pharmacy
Nuclear Pharmacy is involved with radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs. The incumbent in the position of Technician 1, Nuclear Pharmacy, at Cardinal Health in Maine, is expected to demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of radiopharmaceutical compounding. This person needs to understand dispensing procedures for these compounds and is required to adhere to fundamental radiation safety principles. A nuclear pharmacy technician in Maine prepares prescriptions, draws doses, and performs quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals. These tests need to be performed in accordance with the company, State and Federal regulations. The incumbent documents and stores pharmaceuticals in accordance with the Department of Transportation guidelines. The Technician 1 also performs clerical and administrative services and makes deliveries. At Cardinal Health in Maine, the Technician 1, after completing a 90-day probationary period, is enrolled in the company's Nuclear Pharmacy Technician (NPT) training program. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, the Technician 1 completes ten self-study modules, including radiopharmaceutical drugs, radiation safety and health physics. As of October 2010, according to PayScale, a technician 1 in nuclear pharmacy earns between $28, 095 and $39,135 per year.
Associate I, Pharmacy Services and Delivery courier driver
The Associate 1 is responsible for distribution of oncology pharmaceuticals and radiopharmaceuticals. The Associate 1 is responsible for preparing doses for transport in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT). People in this position verify the accuracy of labeling on outgoing shipments, and handle the disposal of waste and used materials in accordance with safety standards. The Associate 1 develops implementation plans regarding cultural sensitivities and evaluates the effectiveness of protocols. The person in this position tests laboratory equipment. The Associate 1 requires a high-school diploma and must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. According to Simply Hired, as of October 2010, the average salary for an Associate 1 Pharmacy Courier is $27,000 per year.
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