Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner

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Role Overview

Vistra is hiring a Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner. This is a contract role in Perry. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

Overview

The Health Physicist Sr provides operational and technical coordination of daily Radiation Protection evolutions. Additionally, establishes and maintains programs for the effective monitoring and trending of current radiological control practices and actively participates in the development of new processes and technologies. Interfaces with other Station departments to ensure efficient coordination of their activities with the Station’s Radiation Protection strategies

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

•Assist the Radiation Protection Supervisors in the direction of day- to- day activities of the Radiation Protection personnel including data analysis and coordination with other station work groups

•Develop, maintain and implement Radiation Protection Department procedures and processes

•Primarily coordinate the implementation of the Station’s ALARA Program; and supplement Radioactive Waste Management; Radioactive Material Control; Dosimetry; and Respiratory Protection Programs

•Monitor the effectiveness of the above programs and produce various trend reports

•Represent Radiation Protection through Work/Outage Management planning committees assisting in the development and execution of radiological support activities

•Act as Contract Coordinator for various Radiation Protection Contracts as required

•Assist in the development and oversight of Radiation Protection training for Technicians and Radiation Workers as required

•Support Refueling/Forced Outage and Duty Team positions on alternate/backshift schedules as required

•Qualify and support Emergency Plan positions on rotation as required to maintain Health and Safety of the public residing within the required response times for the assigned position.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

•Bachelor's of Science degree in Health Physics or Radiation Protection + 4 years related experience –or-

•Bachelor’s degree + 4 years related work experience -or-

•Associates degree in engineering technology, chemistry, radiation protection or related field + 5 years related work experience -or-

•Navy Nuclear ELT -or-

•5 years related work experience

Key Metrics

•Technical competence

•Teamwork

•Problem solving/Decision making

•Results Orientation

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry

Ohio

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner position at Vistra?

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Where is the Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner position at Vistra located?

This position is based in Perry. Vistra has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner at Vistra earn?

Vistra has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner role at Vistra posted?

This role was posted on July 21, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Health Physicist, Senior ALARA Planner role at Vistra require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Vistra lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.