How to hire a health physics technician

How to hire a health physics technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step health physics technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a health physics technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new health physics technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The health physics technician hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect health physics technician also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of health physics technicians and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Health Physics Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Health Physics Technician	Nuclear technicians assist physicists, engineers, and other professionals in nuclear research and nuclear energy production. They operate special equipment used in these activities and monitor the levels of radiation that are produced.	$12-38
   Technician	Technicians are skilled professionals who primarily work with technology in different industries. They are knowledgeable about the technical aspects of the various items they work with... Show more	$11-27

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Radiation Safety
   • Radioactive Materials
   • Air Samples
   • DOE
   • Radiation Surveys
   • ALARA
   • Routine Surveys
   • Radiation Exposure
   • Radiological Surveys
   • Nuclear Regulatory
   • Safety Procedures
   • Radioactive Waste
   • Contamination Surveys
   • NRC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Perform TEDE ALARA reviews to determine if respiratory protection would save dose on specific jobs.
   • Perform air, rod and contamination surveys, RWP surveys and RHR hoop valve cut and drain.
   • Alloy 600 lead technician responsibilities include reviewing daily surveys, performing ALARA briefs, designating tasks and developing shift schedule.
   • Develop a comprehensive written respiratory protection program for the NDT to align newly acquire SCBA capability with 29 CFR 1910 requirements.
   • Provide support for RCP removal and replacement
   • Follow specific RWP procedures and determine if results fall within prescribe guidelines.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your health physics technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A health physics technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, health physics technicians' average salary in wyoming is 38% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level health physics technicians earn 68% less than senior-level health physics technicians.
   • Certifications. A health physics technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a health physics technician's salary.

   Average health physics technician salary

   $46,170yearly

   $22.20 hourly rate

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   Entry-level health physics technician salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

4. Writing a health physics technician job description

   A health physics technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a health physics technician job description:

   Health physics technician job description example

   General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
   
   We have an exciting opportunity for a Health Physics Technician supporting our Health Physics Team at our Torrey Pines Campus in San Diego, CA.
   
   Under general direction, this position is responsible for the evaluation, implementation, and control of the company's radioactive waste programs and procedures. Participates in recommending and implementing procedures for inspections, emergency response, waste handling, and waste disposal. Prepares necessary documents, permits, records, and reports to ensure a variety of regulatory and industry standards are maintained. Maintains awareness of federal, state, local, and industry radioactive waste regulations. Assignments are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations.
   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
   
   * Collects and evaluates a variety of radiological and/or environmental samples from employees, air, land, and equipment.
   * Performs duties related to handling of radioactive waste and maintenance of radioative waste collection areas.
   * Works closely with external services provider to coordinate proper packaging, pick-up, and disposal of radioactive waste.
   * Maintains and updates a variety of electronic and/or hard copy records and files to ensure maintenance of industry standards and regulatory compliance.
   * Maintains a working knowledge of radiological and/or environmental health standards, practices, and equipment.
   * Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
   * Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
   * Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
   
   Additional Functions
   
   * Evaluates work sites, collects appropriate samples, and conducts radiological surveys to monitor and/or control personnel radiation exposures, environmental releases, and surface-type contaminants.
   * Other duties as assigned or required.
   
   We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find health physics technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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   • Post your health physics technician job on Zippia to find and recruit health physics technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit health physics technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new health physics technician

   Once you've decided on a perfect health physics technician candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new health physics technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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