Über diese Certified Health Physicist Stelle bei Vistra
Vistra · Vor Ort · Shippingport, Pennsylvania
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Job Summary
This position is intended as a Career Professional / Technical Position. This position encompasses the long-term progression and retention of an individual from initial entry level through advancement to the most senior level. The intent of the position is to be a long term, non rotational professional position within the department. This position is designed to keep a person engaged with the long-term management of the asset. Because many organizations only have one Certified Health Physicist in the organization, this stepped approach to advancement of is consistent throughout the industry. The individual is responsible for the technical aspects and programmatic oversite of the Bioassay (Whole Body - Organ specific dose assessment), Complex Isotopic Decay Calculations, Dose Assessment (Internal and External), Dosimetry (Internal and External), Exposure Calculations, NEI 07-07 Groundwater, Surface Water, Off-Site Dose Assessment Calculation Manual (ODCM), Radiological Environmental Effluents Program (REMP), Radiological Effluents Technical Specification (RETS), Respiratory Protection, Responds to radiological emergency situations, Radiochemistry, Shielding Design, Waste Handling Procedures including Mixed Hazardous Waste, Performs Dose Assessment activities per the site Emergency Plan, and other assigned duties as required.Job Description
Key Accountabilities
•Provide oversight of solid / liquid / gaseous effluent radiochemical isotopic assessment for plant systems and environmental compliance
•Provide oversight of the sampling and analysis of both radiological and non-radiological effluent monitoring, environmental monitoring / sampling of gas / water / oil / waste systems
•Interpret, document, trend and report results of radiological analyses,
•Provide oversight for the development and maintenance of procedures related to radiological and radiological effluents areas of responsibility,
•Provide oversight for the management of data (e.g. record, store and trend radiological data),
•Provide guidance to the staff and operating crews to maintain radiological controls within guidelines / limits; recommend corrective actions,
•Interface with regulatory bodies on radiological
•Provide technical radiological assistance to the RP/Chemistry Manager, RPM, Chemistry Superintendent and RP/Chemistry Staff
•Provide technical oversight for the administration, maintenance, calibration, functional and quality control checks on radiological, analytical instrumentation and radioactive sources.
•Oversees the daily operations of a radiation safety program to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies, including the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Energy (DOE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
•Provide technical assistance as required for the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI), American Nuclear Insurers (ANI)
•Maintain proficiency in Health Physicist by maintaining Certification with the Health Physics Society and completing the annual continuing education units (CEU's) as required
•Advises the RP/Chemistry Manager regarding radiation safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by the relevant local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
•Provides technical assistance and guidance on radiological control problems; advises permit holders on radioactive material inventory problems, shielding designs, waste handling procedures, dosimetry, and licensing requirements.
•Evaluates programmatic compliance for inventories of radioactive materials and/or hazardous chemicals for storage, transport and disposal.
•Responds to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, radiation, or fire and smoke incidents; prepares reports of findings and submits recommendations.
•Evaluates programmatic compliance with inventories and testing of radioactive sealed sources
•Monitors and instructs radworkers that have received radioactive medical treatments regarding access to the plant
•Conducts research to determine appropriate policies and procedures which include inspection standards, safe work methods, decontamination procedures, and radiological emergency procedures.
•Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
Job pay grades will be based on experience and education.
Certified Health Physicist :
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science,
- Certified by the American Board of Health Physics as a Certified Health Physicist.
- 6 years of professional Radiation Protection Experience.
Senior Health Physicist:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science or 10 years of health physics experience.
- 4 years of professional Radiation Protection experience
Health Physicist:
- 5 years of professional Radiation Protection Experience.
- Qualified as a health physics technician per ANSI requirements
Key Metrics
- Knowledge of transport and disposal procedures for safe handling of hazardous chemicals and/or radioactive materials
- Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
- Knowledge of radiation safety procedures, standards, and protocols.
- Ability to develop, implement, and enforce safety programs and protocols.
- Knowledge of radioactive materials inventory control, shielding designs, waste handling procedures, dosimetry, and/or licensing requirements.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols, and/or procedures.
- Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
- Ability to calibrate and operate radiation detection instruments.
- Skill in developing safety procedures and protocols.
Job Family
Plant OperationsCompany
Vistra Nuclear Operations CompanyLocations
Shippingport, PennsylvaniaPennsylvaniaWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
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