What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Health Physicist position at LATA?
LATA is currently seeking a Certified Health Physicist in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The successful candidate will provide technical support to the WIPP Radiological Controls department in the areas of radiological work controls, waste characterization and shipment, dosimetry, release of radioactive material, instrumentation, count room and program assessment as assigned.
- Ensure that radiological support for WIPP operations is conducted in accordance with the approved procedures implementing ALARA principles and compliance with 10 CFR 835.
- Responsible for assisting with the implementation and continuing improvement of the WIPP radiological control program.
- Provides technical health physics support to the Radiation Protection Program in assigned areas as a subject matter expert.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Health Physics, Engineering, Science, or related field with ten (10) years of related experience as a Radiological Engineer, Radiological Control Engineer, or equivalent is required.
- Certified Health Physicist (CHP).
- Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.
Salary : $134,604 - $242,316
