Radiation Protection Technician

Associate’s degree in health physics, relevant engineering technology, or related physical science specialty; or High School Diploma with ANSI RP technician qualifications and experience at a nuclear power facility; or Navy Nuclear experience, including Engineering Lab Technician (ELT) qualifications.
Certified Health Physics (CHP) or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) preferred.
Entry level – limited experience in applied radiation protection or related field.
Technical understanding of nuclear facility principles and operation.
Familiarity with federal regulatory requirements regarding radiation protection.
Strong PC skills to include Microsoft software.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Work with the RP Manager Radiation Safety Officer to establish and implement radiation protection department policies, programs, and procedures as required for the Operations Phase.
Propose process and design changes that improve radiological safety.
Assist in the development of a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Operating License Application.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Perform radiation and contamination surveys and decontamination work.
Perform sampling and analysis of gases, liquids, and solids.
Analyze and interpret the results of surveys and analyses and recommend appropriate radiation protection controls and actions.
Provide briefings and guidance to facility personnel to prevent unplanned exposures and maintain exposures ALARA.
Maintain and calibrate radiation monitors, radiation detection instrumentation, and other associated equipment.
Ensure radiological safety activities are in compliance with federal and state standards and regulations.

Certified Health Physics (CHP) or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) preferred.