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Job Duties. Health physics technicians use equipment, such as spectrometers and gamma counters, to determine levels of radiation. They calculate exposure times and instruct workers in safety procedures and precautions, including the use of radiation detectors and protective gear.
Health physics technicians, also known as occupational health and safety technicians, ensure workplace safety in industries that use radioactive materials or expose people to radioactivity.