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Dosimetrist

Newport News, VA ยท On-site +1

$54.80 - $79.48/hr

Pays special attention to dose constraints and tumor volume to achieve the best plan possible in accordance to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). Performs dose calculations, is proficient in ...

$54.80 - $79.48/hr

Pays special attention to dose constraints and tumor volume to achieve the best plan possible in accordance to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). Performs dose calculations, is proficient in ...

$54.80 - $79.48/hr

Pays special attention to dose constraints and tumor volume to achieve the best plan possible in accordance to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). Performs dose calculations, is proficient in ...

Work in radiologically controlled areas while following ALARA principles and radiation protection requirements. * Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and housekeeping of the seal table work area.

Work in radiologically controlled areas while following ALARA principles and radiation protection requirements. * Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and housekeeping of the seal table work area.

Work in radiologically controlled areas while following ALARA principles and radiation protection requirements. * Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and housekeeping of the seal table work area.

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What is an Alara?

An Alara job typically refers to roles related to radiation safety and health physics, based on the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle. These jobs focus on minimizing radiation exposure to workers and the public in fields like nuclear energy, medical imaging, and industrial radiography. Responsibilities often include monitoring radiation levels, implementing safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Professionals in this field may work in hospitals, research facilities, or nuclear power plants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Alara position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) Radiation Safety Officer, you need a strong background in radiation physics, health physics, and compliance with relevant safety regulations, often supported by a degree in a science field and radiation safety certification. Familiarity with radiation monitoring equipment, dosimetry systems, and regulatory reporting tools is critical. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to educate colleagues on safety protocols make candidates stand out in this position. These skills ensure effective radiation risk management and regulatory compliance, protecting both staff and the public in environments where radiation is used.

What types of work environments do Alara Radiation Safety Officers typically work in?

ALARA Radiation Safety Officers commonly work in hospitals, research facilities, industrial sites, and academic institutions where radiation sources are used or stored. They often collaborate closely with medical staff, researchers, lab managers, and regulatory agencies to oversee and enforce safety protocols. The work may involve on-site inspections, safety audits, training sessions, and maintaining detailed records of radiation exposure. Typical environments are highly regulated and emphasize teamwork, safety, and compliance, offering opportunities to take on greater responsibility or advance into senior safety and compliance management roles.

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Project Coordinator/Shift Supervisor

System One

Lynchburg, VA โ€ข On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Coordinate and supervise all activities associated with the reactor cavity seal table during Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) refueling outages. Direct installation, operation, maintenance, and removal of seal table systems while ensuring personnel safety, contamination control, schedule adherence, and compliance with plant procedures and nuclear quality standards. Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate seal table installation, leak testing, operation, monitoring, and removal during reactor refueling outages.
  • Supervise Framatome technicians and craft personnel assigned to seal table activities across multiple shifts.
  • Plan daily work assignments and coordinated resources to support outage milestones and refueling schedules.
  • Serve as the primary interface between plant Operations, Refueling, Radiation Protection, Maintenance, and Engineering organizations for seal table activities.
  • Monitor seal integrity, water levels, and equipment performance to ensure safe reactor cavity operations.
  • Ensure compliance with plant procedures, radiological controls, ALARA principles, and Framatome quality requirements.
  • Conduct pre-job briefings, shift turnovers, and safety meetings to communicate work scope, hazards, and outage status.
  • Respond to equipment issues and coordinated troubleshooting to minimize schedule impacts and maintain outage progress.
  • Verify completion of work packages, inspection documentation, and quality records before turnover to plant management.
  • Track project progress, maintained daily status reports, and communicated schedule updates to outage leadership.
  • Support contingency planning and rapid resolution of field issues affecting seal table operations or refueling activities.
  • Maintain strict housekeeping, foreign material exclusion (FME), and contamination control standards within the refueling cavity work area.
Core Competencies:
  • Seal Table Operations
  • PWR Refueling Outages
  • Reactor Cavity Operations
  • Shift Supervision
  • Outage Coordination
  • ALARA & Radiation Protection
  • Contamination Control
  • Foreign Material Exclusion (FME)
  • Work Package Execution
  • Nuclear Safety Culture
  • Quality Assurance Documentation
  • Cross-Functional Team Coordination
  • Problem Solving & Schedule Recovery
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