Certified Health Physicist

Job pay grades will be based on experience and education. Job Summary This position is intended as a Career Professional/Technical Position. It encompasses long‑term progression and retention from entry level to senior level, focused on the long‑term management of the asset. Many organizations have one Certified Health Physicist; this stepped advancement approach is consistent across the industry. The individual is responsible for technical aspects and programmatic oversight of 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, responding to radiological emergency situations, Radiochemistry, Shielding Design, Waste Handling Procedures including Mixed Hazardous Waste, Dose Assessment activities per site Emergency Plan, and other assigned duties as required. Key Accountabilities Provide oversight of solid/liquid/gaseous effluent radiochemical isotopic assessment for plant systems and environmental compliance. Provide oversight of 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 development and maintenance of procedures related to radiological and radiological effluents areas of responsibility. Provide oversight for management of data (record, store and trend radiological data). Guide staff and operating crews to maintain radiological controls within guidelines/limits; recommend corrective actions. Interface with regulatory bodies on radiological matters. 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. Oversee daily operations of a radiation safety program to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies, including NRC, EPA, DOT, DOH, DOE, and OSHA. Provide technical assistance as required for NEI and American Nuclear Insurers (ANI). Maintain proficiency as a Health Physicist by holding a Health Physics Society certification and completing required CEUs. Advise the RP/Chemistry Manager regarding radiation safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance. Provide technical assistance and guidance on radiological control problems; advise permit holders on radioactive material inventory problems, shielding designs, waste handling procedures, dosimetry, and licensing requirements. Evaluate programmatic compliance for inventories of radioactive materials and/or hazardous chemicals for storage, transport and disposal. Respond to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, radiation, or fire and smoke incidents; prepare reports of findings and submit recommendations. Evaluate programmatic compliance with inventories and testing of radioactive sealed sources. Monitor and instruct rad workers who have received radioactive medical treatments regarding access to the plant. Conduct research to determine appropriate policies and procedures including inspection standards, safe work methods, decontamination procedures, and radiological emergency procedures. Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned. Education, Experience & Skill Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Science. Certified Health Physicist by American Board of Health Physics. Minimum 6 years of professional radiation protection experience. Senior Health Physicist: Bachelor’s Degree in Science or 10 years of health physics experience plus 4 years of professional radiation protection experience. Health Physicist: Minimum 5 years of professional radiation protection experience and 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 licensing requirements. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, protocols, and 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 Operations Company Vistra Nuclear Operations Company Locations Shippingport, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Accommodation If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vistra Corp.