Julia Thornton
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented Nuclear Technical Specialist with experience supporting radioactive waste management, radiological protection, and regulatory compliance in Department of Energy (DOE) environments. Skilled in RCRA, DOT, and NRC requirements, with hands-on expertise in waste characterization, packaging, and shipment. Proven ability to perform radiological surveys, support ALARA programs, and maintain accurate technical documentation using Microsoft Excel tools.
Experienced in traveling to multiple DOE sites, including Portsmouth and Harshaw, to support field operations, radiological controls, and environmental compliance activities in diverse and high-demand environments. Recognized for strong safety focus, adaptability, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Specialist II
Perma-Fix Environmental Services
Oak Ridge, TN
12.2025 - Current
- Managed and coordinated the safe packaging, labeling, and shipment of radioactive and hazardous waste in compliance with RCRA, DOT, and NRC regulations.
- Traveled to multiple U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) sites nationwide to support field operations, including waste handling, radiological controls, and compliance activities in diverse site environments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including health physics, environmental compliance, and operations to ensure proper waste handling procedures.
- Performed radiological surveys and contamination assessments to ensure personnel and environmental safety standards were met.
- Created and optimized Excel-based systems for tracking waste inventory shipment schedules and regulatory documentation, resulting in improved reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Dental Assistant
South Peters Dentistry
Knoxville, TN
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted dentists during a variety of procedures including exams, fillings, crowns, extractions, and root canals, ensuring efficient chairside support and patient comfort.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and operatories in compliance with OSHA and infection control standards.
- Handled multi-line phone systems, responded to patient inquiries, and resolved scheduling or billing issues.
- Managed front desk operations including scheduling appointments, confirming visits, and coordinating patient flow.
- Took and developed dental radiographs (X-rays) and maintained accurate patient records.
Education
Associate of Science - Environmental Health Technology
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN12-2025
Skills
- Radiation Protection & ALARA Principles
- Radioactive & Hazardous Waste Management (RCRA, DOT, NRC Compliance)
- Radiological Surveys & Contamination Control
- Waste Profiling, Manifesting & Shipping Documentation
- Radiation Detection Instrumentation & Dosimetry
- Environmental Monitoring & Field Sampling
- Decontamination Procedures & PPE Compliance
- Microsoft Excel
- QA/QC
- Technical Documentation & Recordkeeping
- DOE Site Field Support & Multi-Site Operations
- Safety Programs (OSHA) & Emergency Response
Certification
Radiation Worker RW2
Hazwoper Training 40 Hour
30 Hour OSHA - General Industry
Basic Life Support- CPR
Respirator Fit- Test Training
DOT Hazmat Training
Timeline
Technical Specialist II
Perma-Fix Environmental Services
12.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
South Peters Dentistry
02.2025 - 11.2025
Associate of Science - Environmental Health Technology
Roane State Community College