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All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.
Organization: Health
Agency Contact Name and Information: Hannah C. will contact you if selected for an interview.
Work Location:
246 North High Street, 1st Floor
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States
Compensation: $34.53/hour
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Public Health
Who We Are
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
ODH is seeking to fill two Senior Health Physicist positions within the Bureau of Environmental Health and Radiation Protection (BEHRP). This position will perform complex and non-repetitive evaluation of production, use, release, disposal and/or presence of radioactive material in environment, nuclear facilities, or ionizing radiation from any device or equipment that emits or is capable of producing radiation. This position will:
- Record accurately and/or assist health physicists in recording inspection data obtained through performance of tests, observations, interviews and reasoning
- Assist the supervisor in training health physicists and new staff
- Write reports on compliance of facilities evaluated/inspected based on applicable Ohio Revised Code (ORC) and Ohio Administrative Code (OAC)
- Formulate recommendations on the facility quality assurance program concerning radiation protection, radiation control and radiation safety of both workers and the general public
- Use and explain the use of a variety of radiation survey instrumentation for detection of alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation
- Evaluate documents from federal or state agencies, standard-setting bodies, and professional societies indicating unusual radiation quality assurance problems where new criteria and policy must be established
- Participate with federal, state and local agencies in responding to a radiation emergency or exercise, including nuclear power plants during actual emergencies or drill scenarios
Additional Information
Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of 33 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule.
Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33, Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($34.53 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($36.20 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Application Procedures:
We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.
Status of Posted Position:
You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.
Background Check Information:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Educational Transcript Requirements:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.
Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
4 years of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment for x-ray program, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or Completion of undergraduate core program in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics AND 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or NRRPT, CHP, NMTCB or ARRT certification AND 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or Completion of Navy nuclear school AND 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or Completion of graduate core program in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics AND 12 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or 24 mos. exp. as Health Physicist, 84642, AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be further reviewed against the preferred criteria below, which must be clearly demonstrated within the application:
- Graduate or advanced degree in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics
- Radiation-related certification (e.g., American Registry of Radiologic Technologists [ARRT], Certified Health Physicist [CHP], American Association of Physicists in Medicine [AAPM], National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists [NRRPT])
- Experience collecting and analyzing data to produce technical reports
- Experience preparing and delivering presentations before specialized audiences and the general public
- Experience using computer software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
- Experience in radiation protection, radiation safety, or health physics oversight capacity while working at Department of Energy (DOE) facilities, nuclear power plants, medical institutions, and/or other facilities using radioactive materials
- Experience conducting radiation surveys
- Experience determining compliance regarding radioactive materials regulations
- Experience conducting medical radioactive material inspections
- Experience conducting medical radioactive material licensing activities
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills: Public Health
Technical Skills: Inspection Principles, Environmental Services, Public Safety, Training
Professional Skills: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Public Speaking, Responsiveness
ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace:
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
INTRODUCTION
All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.
Organization: Health
Agency Contact Name and Information: Hannah C. will contact you if selected for an interview.
Work Location:
246 North High Street, 1st Floor
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States
Compensation: $34.53/hour
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Public Health
Who We Are
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
ODH is seeking to fill two Senior Health Physicist positions within the Bureau of Environmental Health and Radiation Protection (BEHRP). This position will perform complex and non-repetitive evaluation of production, use, release, disposal and/or presence of radioactive material in environment, nuclear facilities, or ionizing radiation from any device or equipment that emits or is capable of producing radiation. This position will:
- Record accurately and/or assist health physicists in recording inspection data obtained through performance of tests, observations, interviews and reasoning
- Assist the supervisor in training health physicists and new staff
- Write reports on compliance of facilities evaluated/inspected based on applicable Ohio Revised Code (ORC) and Ohio Administrative Code (OAC)
- Formulate recommendations on the facility quality assurance program concerning radiation protection, radiation control and radiation safety of both workers and the general public
- Use and explain the use of a variety of radiation survey instrumentation for detection of alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation
- Evaluate documents from federal or state agencies, standard-setting bodies, and professional societies indicating unusual radiation quality assurance problems where new criteria and policy must be established
- Participate with federal, state and local agencies in responding to a radiation emergency or exercise, including nuclear power plants during actual emergencies or drill scenarios
Additional Information
Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of 33 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule.
Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33, Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($34.53 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($36.20 per hour) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Application Procedures:
We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.
Status of Posted Position:
You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.
Background Check Information:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Educational Transcript Requirements:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.
Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
4 years of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment for x-ray program, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or Completion of undergraduate core program in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics AND 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or NRRPT, CHP, NMTCB or ARRT certification AND 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or Completion of Navy nuclear school AND 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or Completion of graduate core program in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics AND 12 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation-generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or 24 mos. exp. as Health Physicist, 84642, AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be further reviewed against the preferred criteria below, which must be clearly demonstrated within the application:
- Graduate or advanced degree in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics
- Radiation-related certification (e.g., American Registry of Radiologic Technologists [ARRT], Certified Health Physicist [CHP], American Association of Physicists in Medicine [AAPM], National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists [NRRPT])
- Experience collecting and analyzing data to produce technical reports
- Experience preparing and delivering presentations before specialized audiences and the general public
- Experience using computer software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
- Experience in radiation protection, radiation safety, or health physics oversight capacity while working at Department of Energy (DOE) facilities, nuclear power plants, medical institutions, and/or other facilities using radioactive materials
- Experience conducting radiation surveys
- Experience determining compliance regarding radioactive materials regulations
- Experience conducting medical radioactive material inspections
- Experience conducting medical radioactive material licensing activities
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Job Skills: Public Health
Technical Skills: Inspection Principles, Environmental Services, Public Safety, Training
Professional Skills: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Public Speaking, Responsiveness
ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace:
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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Target federal contractors and national labs
Los Alamos, Oak Ridge, Sandia Labs, and defense contractors like Lockheed Martin regularly sponsor H-1B visas for health physicists due to specialized radiation protection expertise requirements.
Emphasize your specialized degree requirements
Health physics roles require specific physics, nuclear engineering, or health physics education that clearly supports H-1B specialty occupation criteria for USCIS petitions.
Consider medical center radiation safety positions
Hospitals with cancer treatment centers, research universities, and medical device companies need certified health physicists and often sponsor international talent for these roles.
Highlight radiation safety certifications
American Board of Health Physics certification or Certified Health Physicist credentials strengthen your specialty occupation case and demonstrate job-specific expertise to potential sponsors.
Apply to government contractor positions
Many health physicist roles at DOE facilities, NASA, or defense contractors are filled through private companies that sponsor H-1B visas more readily than direct federal employment.
Document your technical specialization
Focus on specific areas like medical physics, environmental monitoring, or nuclear reactor safety to show the specialized knowledge that makes H-1B sponsorship worthwhile for employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a health physicist?
You need at least a bachelor's degree in physics, nuclear engineering, health physics, or a closely related field. Most employers prefer a master's degree in health physics or medical physics. The degree must directly relate to radiation protection and nuclear safety work to satisfy specialty occupation requirements.
Do health physicists get approved for H-1B visas?
Yes, health physicists have strong H-1B visa approval rates because the role clearly requires specialized scientific education and expertise. The technical nature of radiation safety work, combined with degree requirements, makes it relatively straightforward to demonstrate specialty occupation status to USCIS.
Can I get an EB-2 green card as a health physicist?
Yes, health physicists often qualify for EB-2 green cards through the PERM labor certification process. Advanced degree holders or those with exceptional ability in nuclear science may qualify. Some positions at national labs or research institutions may support EB-2 National Interest Waiver applications.
How to find Health Physicist jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Health Physicist jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international professionals with sponsoring employers. Health Physicists are commonly sponsored for H-1B, O-1 visa, and TN visas by nuclear power companies, hospitals, research institutions, government agencies, and consulting firms. These employers frequently sponsor due to specialized skill shortages in radiation safety and nuclear medicine fields.
Which employers sponsor health physicists most often?
National laboratories (Los Alamos, Oak Ridge), federal contractors (Lockheed Martin, Raytheon), medical centers with radiation therapy programs, nuclear power companies, and environmental consulting firms are the most common H-1B sponsors for health physics positions.
Do I need health physics certification before applying for sponsorship?
Certification isn't required for H-1B sponsorship, but Certified Health Physicist (CHP) credentials from the American Board of Health Physics significantly strengthen your application. Many employers prefer or require certification within a specific timeframe after hiring, especially for senior positions.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Health Physicist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.