Environmental Hygienist - Children's Mercy KC

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview:

The Environmental Hygienist is responsible for the monitoring, tracking, and reporting of environmental health factors in schools. The Environmental Hygienist is responsible to the assigned Program Manager of Healthy Schools. This job will use Children's Mercy Environmental Health Policy and procedures to administer the Healthy Schools Program.

 

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

 

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities:

Manages functions of the Healthy Schools Programs:

a. Contributes to reporting of Healthy School assessment database(s).

b. Leads Healthy School environmental assessments per CEH policy and procedures, and develops pre-defined scope of work for environmental assessment of homes/buildings and their components.

c. Coordinate work activities in conjunction with Healthy Schools Program Manager(s) in performing environmental assessment activities in homes and/or school facilities.

d. Coordinate the training of graduate student interns assigned to work within the Environmental Health Program.

 

Environmental Assessments of Schools (and School District Office Buildings):

a. Perform home and/or school environmental assessments per CEH policy and procedures, and the pre-defined scope of work.

b. Ensure accurate and confidential documentation for assessments, study participants, and/or clients.

c. Obtain appropriate and representative environmental samples.

d. Document and maintain appropriate sampling records and chain of custody.

 

Interpret and Present Results:

a. Perform necessary calculations needed to interpret data and/or sampling results. Is this the same as item e above?

b. Verify and document laboratory results.

c. Interpret assessment findings using appropriate federal, state, and local standards, and professional judgment.

d. Write comprehensive reports.

e. Communicate results to appropriate stakeholders at home, schools, and CMH as appropriate.

f. Provide general recommendations for remediation.

g. Educate clients to understand results and recommendations of assessment reports.

h. Assist in billing process as needed.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biological Science, Chemistry, and/or Industrial Hygiene and 3-5 years' experience. 
• Experience required assuring appropriate level of competency in environmental assessment; environmental public health, environmental consulting, environmental chemistry, industrial hygiene, understanding and using equipment that is used for sample taking in the commercial/industrial setting and experience working with the community.

 

Benefits at Children's Mercy:

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. Starting Pay:

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.54/hr, but your salaried offer will be determined based upon your education and experience.

 

 

Remote Work/Work from Home:

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.