Certified Industrial Hygienist

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) savings match

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is hiring a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) to support its Facilities Department. The role involves managing industrial hygiene programs across multiple campuses, conducting exposure assessments, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, along with 3–5 years of related experience. Key responsibilities include evaluating workplace hazards, delivering training, and supporting Occupational Health initiatives. The position offers a competitive compensation range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial hygiene experience in healthcare or similar environments.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credential is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage industrial hygiene programs and conduct exposure assessments.
• Identify and mitigate workplace hazards and evaluate environments.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain documentation.
• Support Occupational Health and investigate exposures.
• Conduct indoor air quality investigations and ergonomic assessments.
• Deliver industrial hygiene training and education.
• Lead incident investigations and coordinate activities across campuses.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA and healthcare regulatory requirements

Ability to communicate technical information clearly

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to collaborate effectively

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) supports the Boston Medical Center Health System (BMCHS) Facilities Department by developing, implementing, and maintaining industrial hygiene programs across BMC‑South, BMC‑Brighton, and associated satellite clinics. Reporting to the Executive Director of Facilities Management, the role conducts indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, USP797 sampling, exposure evaluations, and environmental monitoring to ensure a safe and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The position operates with general supervision and collaborates closely with Facilities, Occupational Health, Infection Prevention, and departmental leadership. The CIH divides time between both campuses and may occasionally support BMC Main as needed.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

• Manages industrial hygiene programs by developing and maintaining system‑wide procedures; conducts exposure assessments and oversees air sampling, noise monitoring, and ventilation evaluations.
• Identifies and mitigates workplace hazards by evaluating environments for chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic risks; recommends engineering and administrative controls; supports infection prevention through environmental monitoring.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness by maintaining documentation, preparing for surveys and audits, and implementing corrective actions aligned with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Supports Occupational Health and OSHA response activities by investigating exposures and injuries, developing corrective action plans with stakeholders, preparing documentation for OSHA inquiries, and analyzing trends to identify systemic risks.
• Conducts IAQ investigations by performing ventilation assessments, environmental monitoring, and root‑cause analyses; communicates findings and recommends corrective actions to resolve and prevent IAQ concerns.
• Performs ergonomic assessments by evaluating workstations and job tasks, identifying musculoskeletal risk factors, recommending ergonomic improvements, and providing training to support injury prevention.
• Delivers industrial hygiene training and education by developing instructional materials, presenting safety topics such as chemical safety and respiratory protection, and collaborating with staff to reinforce safe work practices.
• Leads incident investigations and emergency response efforts by assessing occupational exposures, spills, and environmental incidents, and providing technical guidance during emergencies.
• Coordinates industrial hygiene activities across campuses by maintaining presence at BMC‑South and BMC‑Brighton, standardizing procedures, and partnering with site leadership to address location‑specific needs.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Occupational Health, or related field; 3–5 years of industrial hygiene experience in healthcare, laboratory, or similar environments, or equivalent education/experience.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in related field and experience in hospital or accredited healthcare environments, including familiarity with Joint Commission standards.
• Certificates: Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credential required.
• Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of OSHA and healthcare regulatory requirements; ability to communicate technical information clearly to diverse audiences; strong organizational skills and independence across multiple sites; attention to detail; ability to collaborate effectively with clinical, administrative, and facilities teams.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $78,000.00–$113,000.00.

NOTE: This range is based on Boston‑area data and may be modified based on geographic location.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy benefits; discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases; Flexible Spending Accounts; 403(b) savings match; paid time off; career advancement opportunities; and resources to support employee and family well‑being.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other non‑job‑related characteristic.