Senior Health Physicist – Radiation Safety Officer

North Wind Group

. Develop, implement, oversee, and continuously improve radiation protection programs .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in radiation protection program development and implementation, with a strong focus on compliance with NRC, DOE, and EPA regulations. Proficient in conducting radiological surveys, dose assessments, and managing radiation safety operations while providing technical guidance and leadership.

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Radiation Safety Officer QualificationComprehensive Health Physics Certification (CHP)NRC Compliance ExperienceRadiological Decommissioning ExpertiseProject Management and Budgeting Skills

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Hard Skills

Radiation Protection Program DevelopmentRadiological CharacterizationDose Assessment and Exposure ModelingFinal Status Survey PlanningMARSSIM ImplementationRadiological Survey Data ManagementStatistical Evaluation of Radiological DataRadiation Physics KnowledgeEmergency Response and Incident InvestigationInternal and External Dosimetry

Soft Skills

Technical Writing and Report PreparationClient and Regulator CommunicationLeadership and Personnel ManagementBusiness Development SupportMentoring and Training

Tools & Technologies

RESRADMicroShieldRadiological Survey InstrumentsPersonal Protective Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Comprehensive Health Physics Certification (CHP)40 Hour HAZWOPER Qualification

Industry Keywords

NRC RegulationsDOE OrdersEPA RequirementsOSHA StandardsRadioactive Waste ManagementALARA Program ImplementationRadiological RemediationEnvironmental MonitoringRadiological Work PermitsRadiation Protection Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, oversee, and continuously improve radiation protection programs
Serve as designated Radiation Safety Officer for licensed radioactive material programs
Maintain radiation protection policies, procedures, operating practices, authorizations, licenses, permits, and records
Administer programs in accordance with NRC, Agreement State, DOE, DOT, EPA, OSHA, and client-specific requirements
Lead internal audits, program assessments, and readiness reviews
Provide technical guidance for radiological characterization, surveys, and assessments
Support environmental remediation, decommissioning, radioactive waste management, and site investigation projects
Perform dose assessments, shielding evaluations, exposure modeling, and risk analyses
Review and approve radiological work plans, health and safety plans, and technical reports
Evaluate radiological hazards and develop controls
Lead Final Status Survey planning, implementation, and closeout
Manage Final Status Survey teams and coordinate survey execution across facilities, structures, systems, and land areas
Develop project schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and resource forecasts
Develop and review Final Status Survey Plans and survey packages
Direct survey unit classification and characterization activities
Establish survey methodologies, instrumentation requirements, scan coverage, and sampling strategies using MARSSIM
Determine sample sizes, decision error rates, statistical evaluation requirements, and compliance demonstration methods
Oversee collection, validation, verification, and management of radiological survey data
Review survey data packages for completeness and technical accuracy
Direct statistical evaluations and evaluate compliance with DCGLs and release criteria
Ensure defensible documentation and traceability of survey activities
Interface with regulatory agencies during inspections, audits, and enforcement activities
Prepare and submit regulatory reports and notifications
Monitor regulatory developments and implement program changes
Oversee occupational dose monitoring, personnel dosimetry, and applicable bioassay programs
Investigate radiological incidents, unusual occurrences, and exposure events
Develop and deliver radiation safety training
Maintain qualification and training records
Conduct radiological surveys, contamination assessments, and field inspections
Oversee radiological remediation, waste packaging, transportation, and disposal
Support emergency response activities involving radioactive materials
Evaluate and approve radiological work permits and exposure controls
Mentor junior health physicists, industrial hygienists, and environmental professionals
Support business development, technical proposals, and client presentations
Serve as technical lead or project manager on radiological projects
Participate in professional organizations and maintain professional certifications

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in Health Physics or related field
Certification in Comprehensive Health Physics by the American Board of Health Physics (CHP)
Qualification to serve as Radiation Safety Officer under applicable NRC or Agreement State requirements
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in health physics, radiation protection, radiological engineering, and/or radiation safety
At least 10 years of experience implementing and overseeing NRC, DOE, and/or DoD Radiation Protection programs in compliance with 10 CFR 835
At least 10 years of experience with external and internal dosimetry programs
At least 10 years of experience in radiological decommissioning, remediation and/or waste management programs
At least 10 years of experience designing, implementing, and documenting Verification/Final Status Surveys for unrestricted release of buildings and land areas
Experience using RESRAD and MicroShield computer code
Experience implementing MARSSIM and statistically evaluating laboratory and field radiological analysis results
Experience addressing agency comments and supporting approval of plans, procedures, applications, and technical submittals
Experience with business development, interpreting RFP language, and writing proposals
Knowledge of radiation physics and instrumentation
Knowledge of internal and external dosimetry
Knowledge of radiation protection principles and practices
Knowledge of radioactive waste management and disposal
Knowledge of radiological characterization and decontamination
Knowledge of radioactive material transportation
Knowledge of environmental monitoring and sampling
Knowledge of ALARA program implementation
Knowledge of emergency response and incident investigation
Working knowledge of NRC regulations, Agreement State regulations, DOE Orders, DOT hazardous materials regulations, EPA requirements, OSHA standards, MARSSIM, and related guidance
Strong technical writing and report preparation skills
Client and regulator communication skills
Leadership and personnel management skills
Project management and budgeting skills
Proposal development and business development support skills
Ability to perform field inspections and radiological surveys
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection
Ability to access active industrial, construction, remediation, and government facilities
Ability to travel up to 25–50% as project demands require
Ability to lift and carry field equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
Current 40 Hour HAZWOPER qualification or ability to obtain qualification
Must pass pre-employment background check
Must pass pre-employment drug screening
REAL ID ACT-compliant documentation required at time of hire
Must have no record prohibiting access to Department of Energy sites
Proof of citizenship required as a condition of employment
May be required to obtain and hold a Secret or higher U.S. Government clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid leave
Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees
Employee wellness programs
Professional development
Work-life balance
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities