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Health Physicist roles in radiation safety, nuclear medicine, and environmental monitoring qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension under CIP codes in physics and health sciences. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, a requirement enforced by ICE for all STEM OPT participants. A STEM degree in physics, radiological sciences, or a closely related field makes you eligible.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a Health Physicist, you will support radiation protection with our businesses and corporate functions. You will work with the facility EHS professionals and Site Leadership teams at the 50+ Westinghouse facilities in 19 countries and 5 continents. You will work with global regulatory agencies. You will report to the Senior Program Manager, Global Radiation Protection and work remote. 100% Remote role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with partners at multiple levels in the businesses, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal radiation protection regulations. Provide program leadership and technical expertise to operations in the area of radiological protection, occupational and public dose control and monitoring.
- Create and report common metrics for radiological safety (e.g. radiological dose, contamination events).
- Help plan radiation protection programs globally across Westinghouse. Oversee and maintain radiation protection procedures to ensure they are understood by all. These procedures reflect the industry's best practices, meet regulatory requirements, and promote a Safety Conscious Work Environment (SCWE) and a Nuclear Safety Culture.
- Help with the Radiation Protection Audit processes at all locations. These processes assess compliance to regulatory programs, identify deficiencies, and work with the BU's to address gaps.
- Support the BU's and sites when faced with radiological protection challenges including lack of radiological leadership.
- Lead conformance with global radiological safety practices, compliance with operating license and jurisdictional legal requirements.
- Help with the radiation protection communications plan.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Health Physics, Radiological Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering degree preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in radiation protection and health physics.
- CHP, NRRPT, CNP, RPA, or other certifications preferred.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $76,400 to $95,500 per year.
LI-Remote
WHY WESTINGHOUSE?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
- Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
- Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
- Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a Health Physicist, you will support radiation protection with our businesses and corporate functions. You will work with the facility EHS professionals and Site Leadership teams at the 50+ Westinghouse facilities in 19 countries and 5 continents. You will work with global regulatory agencies. You will report to the Senior Program Manager, Global Radiation Protection and work remote. 100% Remote role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with partners at multiple levels in the businesses, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal radiation protection regulations. Provide program leadership and technical expertise to operations in the area of radiological protection, occupational and public dose control and monitoring.
- Create and report common metrics for radiological safety (e.g. radiological dose, contamination events).
- Help plan radiation protection programs globally across Westinghouse. Oversee and maintain radiation protection procedures to ensure they are understood by all. These procedures reflect the industry's best practices, meet regulatory requirements, and promote a Safety Conscious Work Environment (SCWE) and a Nuclear Safety Culture.
- Help with the Radiation Protection Audit processes at all locations. These processes assess compliance to regulatory programs, identify deficiencies, and work with the BU's to address gaps.
- Support the BU's and sites when faced with radiological protection challenges including lack of radiological leadership.
- Lead conformance with global radiological safety practices, compliance with operating license and jurisdictional legal requirements.
- Help with the radiation protection communications plan.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Health Physics, Radiological Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering degree preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in radiation protection and health physics.
- CHP, NRRPT, CNP, RPA, or other certifications preferred.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $76,400 to $95,500 per year.
LI-Remote
WHY WESTINGHOUSE?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
- Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
- Safety and Quality
- Integrity and Trust
- Customer Focus and Innovation
- Speed and Passion to Win
- Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Health Physicist
Verify your CIP code matches physics
Check that your degree's CIP code falls under 40.08 (Physics) or 51.2205 (Health and Medical Physics) before filing your STEM OPT extension. A mismatched CIP code is the most common reason DSOs reject I-983 training plans for Health Physicist roles.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your prospective employer for their E-Verify Company ID number and cross-check it against the E-Verify employer search before signing anything. A verbal assurance isn't enough; ICE requires documented enrollment at the time your STEM OPT extension begins.
Target NRC-licensed facilities in your job search
Hospitals, nuclear power plants, and federal research labs operating under Nuclear Regulatory Commission licenses routinely hire Health Physicists and are more likely to have established STEM OPT onboarding processes. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified E-Verify status in those sectors.
Build an I-983 training plan around dosimetry or shielding projects
Generic training plans get rejected. Tie your I-983 goals to measurable outcomes specific to your role, such as quarterly radiation survey completion rates or shielding design reviews, so your DSO and employer can sign off without back-and-forth revisions.
Check prevailing wage requirements using OFLC Wage Search
Employers filing an LCA for any future H-1B visa transition must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code (19-4051, Nuclear Technicians, or 29-9011, Occupational Health and Safety Specialists). Run OFLC Wage Search by location before negotiating your offer to avoid underpaid positions that complicate visa transitions later.
Submit your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS recommends filing Form I-765 at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. Health Physicist roles often require background checks and security clearance processing that add weeks to your start date, so a late filing can leave you unauthorized before your role actually begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Health Physicist?
Your degree qualifies if it falls under an approved STEM CIP code, most commonly 40.0801 (Physics, General), 51.2205 (Health and Medical Physics), or 40.0804 (Nuclear Physics). Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list against your exact CIP code, which appears on your transcripts and I-20. Your DSO can confirm eligibility before you file your I-765 with USCIS.
Is E-Verify enrollment mandatory for Health Physicist employers hiring STEM OPT students?
Yes, without exception. Any employer hiring you under a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension start date. This applies to all employers, including federal contractors, hospitals, and private nuclear facilities, regardless of company size. You can verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer. ICE can terminate your STEM OPT authorization if your employer is not properly enrolled.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Health Physicist position?
Your I-983 must list specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For Health Physicist roles, that means documenting goals such as performing radiation surveys, calibrating dosimetry equipment, reviewing shielding designs, or analyzing environmental monitoring data. Vague goals like 'gain professional experience' will prompt your DSO to request revisions. Both you and your employer's authorized representative must sign the plan before your DSO can update your SEVIS record.
How does cap-gap protection affect me if I'm applying for H-1B while working as a Health Physicist on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year in which H-1B status begins. You can continue working as a Health Physicist during this gap without interruption, provided your employer filed before your EAD expired and USCIS has a valid receipt on record.
Where can I find Health Physicist jobs with employers already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate lists Health Physicist roles from employers with verified E-Verify enrollment, so you don't have to manually confirm eligibility for each application. The platform surfaces positions in radiation safety, nuclear medicine, and environmental monitoring that align with STEM OPT requirements. You can filter by role type and employer verification status to focus your search on positions where your work authorization will be accepted without complications.