Industrial Hygienist

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking an Industrial Hygienist to design and implement an infection prevention program with a focus on construction. You will oversee infection prevention involvement in projects and coordinate with Plant Engineering and Construction to apply control measures.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least four years in industrial hygiene, with ABIH certification required. Travel to multiple facilities is expected; healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum four years’ experience in industrial hygiene; construction experience required; healthcare experience preferred.
• American Board of Industrial Hygiene Certification required. Additional IH/safety/environmental degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight for Infection Prevention involvement in construction projects and coordinates Infection Preventionists within the ICRA process.
• Collaborates with Plant Engineering and Construction to implement control measures for hazardous conditions related to infectious agents.
• Collects samples (dust, gases, vapors) as needed for analysis and investigates ventilation adequacy affecting health.
• Prepares reports with observations, contaminant analysis, and recommendations for hazard control and correction.
• Develops and participates in education meetings to instruct teams and contracted firms on occupational health and infection prevention.
• Evaluates facilities for environmental regulation compliance and maintains sanitary conditions focused on construction.

Skills

Industrial Hygiene

Observation skills

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We Offer

The Industrial Hygienist will assist with designing and implementing an industrial hygiene program to monitor, assess and resolve health and safety issues related to the prevention of infections, with a focus on construction.

What You'll Do

• Provides oversight for Infection Prevention involvement in construction projects, including partnership with Plant Engineering and Construction. Coordinates Infection Preventionists as relates to the ICRA process.
• Collaborates with Plant Engineering and Construction to institute control and remedial measures for hazardous and potentially hazardous conditions, especially as related to infectious agents.
• Collects samples of dust, gasses, vapors and other potentially infectious/toxic materials as needed for analysis.
• Investigates adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment and other conditions which may affect patient and/or employee health related to infectious agents, especially related to construction projects.
• Prepares reports including observations, analysis of contaminants, and recommendations for control and correction of hazards.
• Develops and participates in education meetings to instruct team members and contracted construction firms in matters pertaining to occupational health and prevention of infection.
• Evaluates facilities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promotes maintenance of a sanitary environment, with focus on construction.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, required. Graduate Degree, preferred.
• Experience: Minimum four years’ experience in industrial hygiene; experience in construction, required. Experience in healthcare, preferred.
• Licensure/ certification / registration: American Board of Industrial Hygiene Certification, required. Degree in industrial hygiene/safety, environmental, preferred.
• Additional skills required: Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities. Keen observational and reporting skills. Diplomacy and leadership skills in addressing issues with management and team members. Good judgement, attention to detail excellent written and verbal communication skills. Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to drive/travel to multiple locations/facilities as needed.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.