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Vistra Nuclear Operations Company
Health Physicist, Sr
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A Physicist studies the physical properties of the natural world and fundamental principles governing space, time, energy and matter. Conducts scientific research and test theories. Works in specialized areas ranging from the study of atomic and sub-atomic particles to the study of the universe.
$163,722 / year median in Pennsylvania
+12% projected growth
Job Description
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary The Health Physicist Sr provides operational and technical coordination of daily Radiation Protection evolutions. Additionally, establishes and maintains programs for the effective monitoring and trending of current radiological control practices and actively participates in the development of new processes and technologies. Interfaces with other Station departments to ensure efficient coordination of their activities with the Station's Radiation Protection strategies. Job Description Key Accountabilities
- Assist the Radiation Protection Supervisors in the direction of day
- to•day activities of the Radiation Protection personnel including log review and coordination with other station work groups •Develop and maintain Radiation Protection Department and Safety Services procedures •Coordinate the implementation of the Station's Radioactive Waste Management; ALARA; Radioactive Material Control; Dosimetry; Respiratory Protection and Effluent & Radiological Environmental Programs •Monitor the effectiveness of the above programs and produce various trend reports •Represent Radiation Protection on the Chemical Overview Group (COG) •Act as Contract Coordinator for various Radiation Protection Contracts •Support Outage planning in the development and execution of radiological support plans •Assist in the development and oversight of Radiation Protection training for Technicians and Radiation Workers Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements •Bachelors of Science degree in Health Physics or Radiation Protection + 4 years related experience•or•Bachelor's degree + 6 years related work experience•or•Associates degree in engineering technology, chemistry, radiation protection or related field + 9 years related work experience and NRRPT Certification•or•Navy Nuclear ELT + 9 years related work experience and NRRPT Certification•or•11 years related work experience and NRRPT Certification (including at least 2 years of Radiation Protection experience) Key Metrics •Technical competence •Teamwork •Problem solving/Decision making •Results Orientation Job Family Plant Operations Company Vistra Nuclear Operations Company Locations Shippingport, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.