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Radiation Health

Job Overview:

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Classification:
Χ Enlisted
√ Officer
Available in:
√ Active Duty
√ Navy Reserve

In Navy Radiation Health, you’ll find cutting-edge research in practice. Elite scientists at the top of their fields. And a position of honor and respect waiting should you choose to join such ranks.

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Nuclear-powered vessels play a vital role in the U.S. Navy. Consequently, radiation health and safety are always a top concern for Marines and Sailors in the vicinity of these ships. Navy Radiation Specialists guarantee that safety.

What will you do?

Serve as a health and safety expert responsible for all aspects of an occupational radiation protection program. Apply clinical medical physics expertise in diagnostic radiology, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine and basic/applied research.

You’ll plan, direct and administer radiation protection programs. Recommend appropriate radiation control measures. And act as the liaison between Fleet or shore establishments and other services and agencies. You’ll also assist physicians in disease diagnosis and treatment. Conduct research studies on the effects of ionizing and nonionizing radiation on matter. And provide formal instruction and on-the-job training in radiation health programs.

Additionally, you could:

  • Serve as an instructor in a number of training programs for technicians, physicians and medical students
  • Pursue opportunities available at shore-based commands as well as on forward-deployed ships
  • Become eligible for leadership and management opportunities in medical and nonmedical programs throughout the Navy

Requirements

Basic Requirements

  1. Bachelor’s degree with a major in biology, chemistry, engineering, physics or mathematics (degree must also include acceptable course work in both mathematics and physics)

Preferred Requirements

  1. Science degree with GPA of 3.0 or greater on a 4.0 scale
  2. Amiable and assertive personality
  3. Advanced degree in health or medical physics preferred

Want to drill deeper? Learn more about other Health Care Opportunities in the Medical Service Corps.

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