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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\nThis position can be based at any of our 4 nuclear power plants:\n Comanche Peak (Glen Rose, TX)\n Davis-Besse (Oak Harbor, OH)\n Perry (Perry, OH)\n Beaver Valley (Shippingport, PA)\nKey Accountabilities\nProvide oversight of solid / liquid / gaseous effluent radiochemical isotopic assessment for plant systems and environmental compliance.\nProvide oversight of the sampling and analysis of both radiological and non-radiological effluent monitoring, environmental monitoring / sampling of gas / water / oil / waste systems.\nInterpret, document, trend and report results of radiological analyses.\nProvide oversight for the development and maintenance of procedures related to radiological and radiological effluents areas of responsibility.\nProvide oversight for the management of data (e.g. record, store and trend radiological data).\nProvide guidance to the staff and operating crews to maintain radiological controls within guidelines / limits; recommend corrective actions.\nInterface with regulatory bodies on radiological.\nProvide technical radiological assistance to the RP/Chemistry Manager, RPM, Chemistry Superintendent and RP/Chemistry Staff.\nProvide technical oversight for the administration, maintenance, calibration, functional and quality control checks on radiological, analytical instrumentation and radioactive sources.\nOversees 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).\nProvide technical assistance as required for the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI), American Nuclear Insurers (ANI).\nMaintain proficiency in Health Physicist by maintaining Certification with the Health Physics Society and completing the annual continuing education units (CEU's) as required.\nAdvises 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.\nProvides 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.\nEvaluates programmatic compliance for inventories of radioactive materials and/or hazardous chemicals for storage, transport and disposal.\nResponds to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, radiation, or fire and smoke incidents; prepares reports of findings and submits recommendations.\nEvaluates programmatic compliance with inventories and testing of radioactive sealed sources.\nMonitors and instructs rad workers that have received radioactive medical treatments regarding access to the plant.\nConducts research to determine appropriate policies and procedures which include inspection standards, safe work methods, decontamination procedures, and radiological emergency procedures.\nPerforms miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.\nEducation, Experience & Skill Requirements\nBachelor’s Degree in Science.\nCertified by the American Board of Health Physics as a Certified Health Physicist.\n6 years of professional Radiation Protection Experience.\n**Candidates with all levels of education and experience are encouraged to apply. Final pay grade and compensation will be based on applicant's experience and qualifications**\nKey Metrics\nKnowledge of transport and disposal procedures for safe handling of hazardous chemicals and/or radioactive materials.\nAbility to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.\nKnowledge of radiation safety procedures, standards, and protocols.\nAbility to develop, implement, and enforce safety programs and protocols.\nKnowledge of radioactive materials inventory control, shielding designs, waste handling procedures, dosimetry, and/or licensing requirements.\nAbility to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.\nKnowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols, and/or procedures.\nAbility to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.\nAbility to calibrate and operate radiation detection instruments.\nSkill in developing safety procedures and protocols.\nJob Family\nPlant OperationsCompany\nVistra Nuclear Operations CompanyLocations\nGlen Rose, TexasTexasWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. 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