Dosimetry Coordinator at American Electric Power

Bridgman, Michigan, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Nuclear Energy, UtilitiesIndustries

High school diploma or GED
6 to 9 months of post-high school experience in learning and utilizing administrative office procedures, practices, and equipment (i.e., business English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, letter writing, telephone technique)
Ability to organize data and processes and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated proficiency with computers and the use of office-oriented software
Successful completion of the COOK RP Fundamental and junior RP Technician classroom modules, along with any associated dosimetry issue qualifications
Broad knowledge of policies, practices, and procedures relating to dosimetry, including the applicable requirements of 10CFR19 and 10CFR20
Ability to perform duties in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within NRC limits
Establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant

Coordinate Federally mandated dose record maintenance for personnel receiving occupational radiation exposure at Cook Plant
Grant access to plant Restricted Areas
Maintain knowledge of changing requirements for dose record maintenance
Ensure Dosimetry vendors meet Cook and Industry standards through audits and surveillances
Ensure proper operation of the Sentinel Access Control computer system, including verification that all regulatory driven limits are properly input
Verify processes are in place to ensure all requirements of 10CFR19 and 10CFR20 have been met prior to issuing thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLDs) to monitor workers' external exposure
Provide oversight of bioassays using multichannel whole-body counters
Oversee the creation, maintenance, and verify the accuracy of annual exposure reports for workers at Cook Nuclear Plant
Oversee and verify the accuracy of information entry into the Personnel Access Data System (PADS)
Respond to requests for personal dose information from other nuclear facilities and verify the accuracy and transmittal of this information
Perform periodic reviews of dosimetry procedures to ensure regulatory compliance is maintained at all times
Implement and adhere to all radiological control practices and contamination control program requirements; identify and correct improper contamination control practices as they occur
Support and participate in Emergency Plan activities as assigned, in accordance with applicable procedures and policies