The Radiologic Health Branch (RHB) is within the Division of Radiation Safety & Environmental Management of the Department of Public Health. The Branch enforces the laws and

regulations designed to protect the public, radiation workers, and the environment. RHB

is responsible for providing public health functions associated with administering a

radiation control program. This includes licensing of radioactive materials, registration of

X-ray-producing machines, certification of medical and industrial X-ray and radioactive.

material users, inspection of facilities using radiation, investigation of radiation incidents,

and surveillance of radioactive contamination in the environment.

“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”  

“CDPH is an E-Verify Employer” 
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

The incumbent works under supervision of the Senior Health Physicist. (Sr. HP) of the Inspection, Compliance, and Enforcement Section, Radiation Machines, X-Ray Machine Inspection Unit, Region 1 Sacramento.  Specializes in regulatory health physics (radiation safety) of average complexity emphasizing fieldwork operations from a state regional compliance office. The incumbent is provided radiation detection and other equipment necessary to support their assigned duties and is expected to use, transport, and care for this equipment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSISTANT HEALTH PHYSICIST
• JUNIOR HEALTH PHYSICIST

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=516168

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

About California Department of Public Health

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.The Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with CDPH’s programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on HR matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services.

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