Laboratory Safety Coordinator, Cyclotron-radiopharm

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

**Laboratory Safety Coordinator, Cyclotron-Radiopharm Lab**

BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

The Laboratory Safety Coordinator assists with the development, coordination, and implementation of laboratory safety policies and procedures for BC Cancer’s Functional Imaging Department in compliance with health and safety regulatory standards for facilities producing positron-emitting radiopharmaceuticals (PER). Reporting to the Production Unit Manager, the Coordinator works in collaboration with Radiation Safety and Biosafety Officers, clinical and research PER production teams, and students in writing safety procedures, monitoring compliance of ongoing activities, implementing process improvements, taking necessary corrective actions as needed, and providing a variety of safety reports/records as required.

**What you’ll do**
- Assist the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) with the development and implementation of safety and security policies and procedures in accordance with current regulations regarding radiopharmaceutical laboratory working conditions and the use of biological, radioactive, and chemical materials and submits to manager for review and approval. Communicate safety information to staff, ensures safety standards are upheld, and maintains related records.
- Oversee the use of radioactive materials through the management of radioactive materials licensing, radiation laboratory survey, and radioactive waste management programs. Respond to radiation safety emergencies and prepares and submit required reports.
- Orientate new staff in safe and compliant handling of all dangerous materials, including hands
- on radioactive decontamination.
- Provide feedback to RSOs and Production Manager regarding personnel compliance and provides input regarding staff compliance of safety procedures, ensuring the departmental safety policies and procedures are followed, and provides information on the correct procedures when necessary.
- Provide orientation to new staff and students regarding safety policies of the positron-emitting radiopharmaceutical (PER) production laboratory by following safety training program. Also monitor and coordinate required safety training updates for staff/students.

**What you bring**

Qualifications:

- A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Chemistry or similar discipline
- Three to five (3-5) years of recent, related experience in a similar role in a laboratory or Positron Emitting Radiopharmaceuticals (PER) lab environment.

You have:

- Prioritize workload to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Address issues with analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Exercise initiative and independent judgment.
- Team/collaborative skills within a clinical and research laboratory environment.
- Leadership skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations pertaining to facilities producing PERs required ensuring compliance.
- Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
- Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
- Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
- Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet, and knowledge of developing databases.
- Skills in CPR techniques

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may var



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