Destiny Woodard
Pompano Beach,FL
Summary
Nuclear Monitoring Technician offering background analyzing information through sampling and data assessment. Successfully documented logs and charts and tracked readings. Focused on maintaining safety by monitoring radiation dose, wearing PPE, and following procedures and protocols carefully. Self driven, hard working and the team motivator.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Nuclear Radiation Protection Technician
Westinghouse Electric Company
02.2024 - Current
- Responded to incidents involving possible overexposure or contamination by radioactive materials.
- Collaborated with other departments on projects related to radiation protection.
- Provided safety training to personnel on proper use of radiation protection devices.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidental release or exposure to hazardous material.
- Maintained records of radiation readings and survey results.
- Performed calculations to determine radiation exposure rates for personnel and equipment.
- Advised personnel on best practices for minimizing occupational exposure to radiation.
- Analyzed data from instrumentation used in monitoring programs.
- Conducted surveys of areas to identify sources of radiation contamination.
- Monitored radiation levels in the environment using survey meters and other instruments.
- Participated in meetings regarding health physics related topics including dose assessments, decontamination processes and waste management practices.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all radiation detection instrumentation.
- Gathered readings from monitoring instruments in power plant setting.
- Conducted self-monitoring of radiation dose and related radiological surveys for lab tasks.
- Documented, recorded and analyzed data and trend findings.
Junior Radiation Protection Technician
Westinghouse Electric Company
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted Senior Technicians with assignments
- Low Risk Job Coverage
- Assisted with Steam Generator Air samples
- Maintain plant routines
- Distributed Instruments according to job
- Verified workers dose rates
- Verified work area contamination
- Assisted with the moving of shielding
- Source checked instruments after a down post
- Work side by side with different crafts
Decontamination Technician
BHI Energy
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided technical support to staff members who operated the decontamination machines.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Assisted with the setup and operation of decontamination equipment.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools according to standard protocols.
- Evaluated existing processes and procedures for potential risks or hazards associated with them.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made in order to increase efficiency or reduce contamination.
- Inspected all incoming materials for signs of contamination before they left contaminated areas.
- Verified that all materials had been properly labeled prior to being used.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal according to applicable regulations and standards.
- Monitored temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions during decontamination cycles.
- Reviewed work orders for details regarding the type of material to be processed.
- Responded to environmental emergencies, such as chemical spills, providing technical support and cleanup assistance.
- Set up materials before job to make sure evolution ran smoothly
Insurance Receptionist
Alaska Pacific Insurance Agency
Anchorage, AK
05.2019 - 05.2019
- Monitored incoming calls, distributed messages appropriately and followed up on any unresolved issues.
- Participated in training sessions related to customer service best practices.
- Provided accurate information regarding changes in policy coverage or pricing.
- Verified client insurance coverage, updated records and created new accounts.
- Responded promptly to emails and other requests for assistance from customers or colleagues.
- Scheduled appointments for clients and managed calendars.
- Organized office supplies inventory to ensure adequate stock levels at all times.
- Prepared reports as requested by management or department heads.
- Ensured that all documents were properly filed and stored securely in accordance with company policies.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers or other staff members.
- Assisted clients with completing paperwork related to their insurance policy.
- Scheduled appointments for clients with appropriate staff members.
- Greeted clients, answered phones and provided general administrative support.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally according to company procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service to all customers, both in person and over the phone.
- Performed data entry of customer information into the system.
- Processed payments from customers accurately and efficiently.
- Managed front desk operations such as filing, photocopying and faxing documents.
- Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.
- Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
- Answered, screened, and forwarded incoming phone calls while managing multi-line telephone systems.
- Participated in emergency response drills and maintained knowledge of safety procedures.
Sales Associate
Target
Orlando, FL
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Adapted sales strategies based on customer interactions and feedback to improve results.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
Education
Associate of Science - General Science
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS05-2018
High School Diploma -
Miami Southridge Senior High School
Miami, FL05-2015
Skills
- Contamination control
- Instrument Calibration
- Incident Investigation
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Health Physics Principles
- Radiation monitoring
- Job Coverage
- Utilize energy wheel
- Calculated air samples
- Calculated stay times
- Radioactive waste management
- Radiological Surveys
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Task Prioritization
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Goal Setting
- Decision-Making
- Continuous Improvement
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Respiratory Protection Training
- Radiological Decontamination Methods
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Waste Disposal Management
- Decontamination Equipment Operation
- Heavy Lifting
Affiliations
- Exercising
- Reading
- Journaling
- Traveling
- Long walks
Accomplishments
- High School Track & Field captain
- Volleyball Co-Captain
- Athlete of the year
Certification
- 2-15 Life, Health & Annuity Insurance License
Timeline
Senior Nuclear Radiation Protection Technician
Westinghouse Electric Company
02.2024 - Current
Junior Radiation Protection Technician
Westinghouse Electric Company
01.2022 - 01.2024
Decontamination Technician
BHI Energy
10.2019 - 01.2022
Insurance Receptionist
Alaska Pacific Insurance Agency
05.2019 - 05.2019
Sales Associate
Target
09.2018 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - General Science
Butler Community College
High School Diploma -
Miami Southridge Senior High School