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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST (GS-0690-11) - 40 HRS/WK
Summary

I am currently employed at the U.S. Army Public Health Command (USAPHC) in the Occupational Health Science Portfolio. My role at the USAPHC includes evaluating environmental and occupational sampling data and preparing technical reports on potential exposures. In addition, I have over seven years of work experience in the environmental health with the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH). My experience with PADOH includes; preparing technical documents in conjunction with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) at environmental sites; evaluating potential health hazards, including exposures to lead in drinking water; communicating the results of health assessments; serving as an agency liaison; participating in multi-agency projects; assessing the relationship between exposure and the health effects; and providing conclusions and recommendations to control environmental exposures. As part of my position at PADOH, I have written 17 health consultation documents, which are published on ATSDR website. I also have five years of experience performing laboratory analysis of biological samples and the collection of environmental samples (groundwater and soil samples) at environmental sites.

Education
Master of Public Health: Environmental Health 2014 University of Illinois Springfield, IL
Master of Science: Biology 2001 New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ
Bachelor of Science: Environmental Science 1998 Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY
Experience
Industrial Hygienist (GS-0690-11) - 40 hrs/wk 02/2014 to Current U.S. Army Public Health Command, Occupational Health Sciences Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
  • Performs environmental and occupation field sampling including the collecting of indoor air samples to assess potential exposures to chemical and biological agents.
  • Prepares written technical assessments of environmental and occupational sampling data include, such as lead and volatile organics, to assess the magnitude of exposures and provides recommendations to control potential health hazards.
  • Reviews environmental and occupational sampling data and compares the results against regulatory and health standards.
  • Compiles and analyzes statistical data from environmental and occupational investigations to assess the magnitude of exposure to hazards and recommendations
  • Inputs and analyzes data in the Defense Occupational and Environmental Health Readiness System (DOEHRS) database.
  • Provide health education, the preparation of factsheets and other training aids in the area of environmental and occupational health.
Environmental Epidemiology Specialist (Equal to GS-011) - 37.5 hrs/wk 02/2007 to 02/2014 Pennsylvania Department of Health, Environmental Health Epidemiology Harrisburg, PA
  • Prepared technical reports on environmental sampling data, exposure assessments, and the potential health effects from chemicals at contaminated waste sites and residential homes, including lead exposures in drinking water, in collaboration with ATSDR.
  • Reviewed and summarized environmental monitoring data from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protections Drinking Water Reporting System.
  • Assisted in evaluating occupational lead exposures including reviewing data in the adult blood lead epidemiology surveillance (ABLES), conducting site visits, risk communication, and providing technical advice and education materials.
  • Used x-ray fluorescence (XRF) field instrumentation for the analysis of lead in indoor paint and dust samples.
  • Reviewed scientific literature and government databases, such as PubMed, CDC, and EPA on toxicological effects from chemical exposures at environmental sites.
  • Provided technical assistance and guidance on health and environmental issues to internal and external stakeholders including government agencies, industry, local community, and political representatives.
  • Recommended health actions and conclusions, based on scientific data and analysis, to mitigate exposures, reduce disease and improve the health of the community and workers.
Biology Laboratory Assistant - 40 hrs/wk 11/2004 to 02/2007 Dickinson College Carlisle, PA
  • Managed the biology laboratory, including plating and analyzing bacterial samples and supervising student workers.
  • Responsible for the grant management for the Biology Departments
  • Member of the Health & Safety committee, responsible for handling blood borne pathogens, chemical hygiene and laboratory safety issues.
Research Associate 12/2001 to 11/2004 Johnson & Johnson San Diego, CA
  • Conducted laboratory research on biological tissue samples for oncology clinical trials.
  • Performed laboratory preparations including plating of bacterial cells, PCR analysis, and tissue cultures.
  • Summarized and documented experimental data for technical reports and group presentations.
  • Corresponded with doctors, hospitals and other laboratories regarding sample collection, analysis, results and case reports related to clinical trials
  • Reviewed scientific journals and research articles relative to the research.
Assistant Environmental Scientist - 40 hrs/week 07/1998 to 08/1999 Dames & Moore Cranford, NJ
  • Collected environmental samples, including ground water and soil samples, from contaminated waste sites.
  • Utilized and calibrated field instrumentation such as ultraviolet (UV) photoionization detector (PID) for volatile organic compounds, groundwater probes to measure pH, and oxygen meter.
  • Received training in health and safety issues related to hazardous waste sites, including proper personal protective equipment, MSDS review, respiratory protection, and chemical and physical hazards at waste sites, based on OSHA standards
  • Summarized field and laboratory data into reports for environmental monitoring studies.
  • Evaluated the state and federal regulatory compliance issues associated with waste sites.
Trainings
  • Housing and Urban Development Lead Inspector Course, August 2014
  • Army Intermediate Industrial Hygiene Course, July 2014
  • Army Defense Occupational and Environmental Health Readiness System Training, May 2014
  • Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) National Incident Management System and Incidence Command System training, 2012
  • ATSDR Public Health Assessment training course, June 2008

Professional Poster Presentations

EPA Brownfield's Conference - 2011: Philadelphia, PA

Public Health Assessment at a Brownfield site in Pennsylvania 


National Environmental Public Health Conference - 2009: Atlanta, GA

Engaging Community Members Living Near a Historic Asbestos Site

Publications

The following health consultation publications can be found at the ATSDR website, under the co-operative agreement page for Pennsylvania: 

http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/hac/pha/HCPHA.asp?State=PA

Public Health Assessment. BoRit Asbestos National Priorities 

List Site. Ambler, Montgomery County, PA. July 25, 2013.


Health Consultation. Former Mohrs Orchard Lead site. Schnecksville, Lehigh County, PA. July 25, 2013.


Health Consultation. Metro Container National Priorities List site. Trainer, Delaware County, PA. February 8, 2013.


Health Consultation. LDCA Site Clearview Landfil: Eastwick Community Indoor Air Evaluation. Philadelphia County, PA. October, 12012.


Health Consultation. Groundwater Monitoring Data Review, the 

BoRit Asbestos Site. Ambler Borough, Montgomery County, PA. August 2, 2012.


Health Consultation. Former Marjol Battery Lead Site. Borough of Throop, Lackawanna County, PA. March 30, 2012.


Health Consultation Foster Wheeler Energy Corporation, Church 

Road Trichloroethylene site. Mountain Top, Luzerne County, PA. July 27, 2010.


Health Consultation. The Alliance Landfill Site. Taylor Borough, Lackawanna County, PA. March 12, 2010.


Health Consultation. Response to Public Comments, the Bernhart 

Park Lead Site. Laureldale and Muhlenberg Townships, Berks County, P A. October 8, 2009.


Health Consultation. Former Franklin Glass Facility. Butler Township, Butler County, PA. September 30, 2009.

Health Consultation. Bruce Mansfield Power Plant, First Energy 

Corporation. Shippingport, Beaver County, P A. March 31, 2009.


Health Consultation. Asbestos Air Sampling Results from 2006 - 

2007 Response to Public Comments, the BoRit Asbestos Site. Ambler Borough, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. March 17, 2009.


Health Consultation, Health Outcome Data /Cancer Evaluation, the BoRit Asbestos Site. Ambler Borough, Montgomery County, P A. January 28, 2009.


Health Consultation, Public Comment Version, Asbestos Air Sampling Results from 2006-2007, the BoRit Asbestos Site. Ambler Borough, Montgomery County, PA. July 14, 2008.


The following health consultation publications can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Health webpage: http://www.portal.state.pa.us/porta l/server.pt/community/environmental_health/14143/health_assessment_program/954979


Letter Health Consultation, Philadelphia Gas Works Review of Indoor Air and Sub-slab Sampling. Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA. May 17, 2013.


Health Consultation, Barefoot Disposal Superfund Site, Review of Private Well Sampling Data. Hollidaysburgh, Blair County, PA. May 2013.


Health Consultation, Cancer Incidence Analysis. City of Pittston, Luzerne County, PA. February 29, 2012.


Skills
  • Experienced in the use of SPSS statistical software.
  • Trained in the use of ArcGIS mapping software.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Publisher.
  • Excellent communication skills
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • U.S. Army Public Health Command, Occupational Health Sciences
  • Pennsylvania Department of Health, Environmental Health Epidemiology
  • Dickinson College
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Dames & Moore

School Attended

  • University of Illinois
  • New Jersey Institute of Technology
  • Marist College

Job Titles Held:

  • Industrial Hygienist (GS-0690-11) - 40 hrs/wk
  • Environmental Epidemiology Specialist (Equal to GS-011) - 37.5 hrs/wk
  • Biology Laboratory Assistant - 40 hrs/wk
  • Research Associate
  • Assistant Environmental Scientist - 40 hrs/week

Degrees

  • Master of Public Health : Environmental Health 2014
    Master of Science : Biology 2001
    Bachelor of Science : Environmental Science 1998

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