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Katherine Fabrizio

North Bergen,NJ

Summary

Motivated and dedicated professional in environmental science and public health field, known for high productivity and the ability to efficiently complete tasks. Skilled in risk-based assessments, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and successful outcomes. Excels at communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and ensuring solutions for wide-ranging situations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Registered Environmental Health Specialist

Mid Bergen Regional Health Commission
Garfield, NJ
10.2022 - Current
  • Conducts and manages environmental risk assessment inspections for more than 300 businesses annually.
  • Ensured environmental compliance with the latest local, state, and federal regulatory guidelines on a consistent basis.
  • Resolves public health complaints in several municipalities.
  • Leads inspections among 15 different municipalities for the Tobacco Age-of-Sale Enforcement Program.
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including local and state government officials, businesses, and the public.
  • Performed thorough inspections and assessments of environmental conditions in schools, public spaces, recreational bathing pools, dog kennels, mobile food trucks, and salons utilizing extensive experience.
  • Coordinates with other agencies responsible for enforcing laws related to environmental protection.
  • Maintains accurate records of all inspections, investigations, tests performed, including any follow-up actions taken.
  • Investigates complaints and identifies environmental health hazards such as water pollution, air quality, sewage disposal, vector control, hazardous materials management, and solid waste disposal.
  • Provides technical assistance and guidance to business owners, public health professionals, and the general public regarding environmental health issues.
  • Creates and implements ordinances to protect public health among local municipalities, and strengthen communities.

COVID-19 Contact Tracer and Case Investigator

Computer Merchants
Norwell, MA
12.2020 - 06.2021
  • Conducted interviews with individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 to determine the scope of exposure and risk factors.
  • Identified close contacts of infected individuals and provided guidance on quarantine procedures.
  • Maintained confidential records of contact tracing activities in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided health education materials and resources to affected individuals and their families.
  • Monitored trends in the spread of COVID-19 by analyzing data from contact tracing efforts.

Communicable Disease Investigator

North Hudson Community Action
Union City, NJ
05.2019 - 12.2020
  • Investigated communicable disease cases with the Communicable Disease Reporting and Surveillance System (CDRSS) in Hudson County, NJ. Followed up with patients and medical facility personnel.
  • Collected hand washing data from medical facilities to monitor staff hygiene
  • Authored research reports on communicable diseases using qualitative data collected from patients and medical experts to monitor disease trends.
  • Assisted with contact tracing for COVID-19.

Education

Continued Education - Environmental Health And Safety

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
07-2022

Bachelor of Science - Public Health Administration & Policy

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01-2022

Skills

  • Public health and environmental safety management
  • Emergency response planning
  • ISO 14001:2015
  • ISO 45001:2018
  • Infectious disease control
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Hazardous waste management
  • NJDEP & EPA compliance
  • Accident investigation
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Incident reporting
  • Hazard identification
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Prevention planning
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Environmental risk assessment
  • Technical writing
  • Environmental policy development

Certification

New Jersey Registered Environmental Health Specialist

ISO 14001:2015- Environmental Managements Systems

ISO 45001:2018- Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

Affiliations

  • Nutrition
  • Health and wellness
  • Weightlifting and cardio

Timeline

Registered Environmental Health Specialist

Mid Bergen Regional Health Commission
10.2022 - Current

COVID-19 Contact Tracer and Case Investigator

Computer Merchants
12.2020 - 06.2021

Communicable Disease Investigator

North Hudson Community Action
05.2019 - 12.2020

Continued Education - Environmental Health And Safety

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Bachelor of Science - Public Health Administration & Policy

Montclair State University

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