Tara Koch, MSOH

Experience

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  University of Utah School of Medicine

  Jun 2003 - Nov 2011

  Medical Secretary

  Secretary/Assistant to Department Chair and Nurse PractitionerPerformed various administrative duties such as medical transcription, office and surgical scheduling, patient relations, billing and insurance assistance; scheduling of travel and obtaining financial reimbursements for conferences and off-site clinics and surgery, procurement of all office and non-surgical medical suppliesPerformed supervisory duties during absences of clinic manager, created training manuals for office policies and hospital computer systems and provided training support to new employees and subordinates. Show less

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  Intermountain Healthcare

  May 2012 - Dec 2012

  Industrial Hygiene Intern

  This position supported Industrial Hygiene Services by performing assigned tasks and assisting with assigned projects, allowing the intern to gain an understanding of the business function. Job Essentials:Monitoring and exposure assessments for chemical and physical agents encountered at Intermountain hospitals and facilities. Ensuring adequate ventilation system performance for air contaminant control. Participation in audits and investigations.Routinely performs statistical analyses to present high-quality sampling data. Prepares and presents technical reports to executive leadership. Active participation in department meetings by sharing pertinent knowledge and skills. Demonstrates an understanding of the process and accountability for the results / outcomes of all assigned projects. Works independently or as a member of a team to accomplish the tasks necessary to successfully complete the project. Involves others when needed in a timely manner and work to meet project timeliness. Show less

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  U.S. Department of Labor

  Mar 2013 - now

  Salt Lake Technical Center8660 South Sandy Parkway | Sandy, UT 84070 | (801) 233-4900 Provides technical leadership, expertise and services in the evaluation and control of workplace hazards through: ■Field assessments and support ■Laboratory testing ■Emergency preparedness and response ■Website resources ■Consultation and guidance Integrated Solutions The Center staff work with the field and can provide a team approach to telephone and onsite compliance assistance. SLTC provides a multi-disciplinary team approach in support of OSHA's complex and highly visible investigations. OSHA's Health Response Team (HRT) can help assess the source and extent of exposure to chemical hazards, biological hazards, physical energy, and ergonomics. HRT can also help determine feasibility of administrative, engineering, and PPE appropriate controls. Our staff are experts in unified incident command systems, have experience with interagency responses, and coordinate and lead OSHA's Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Collapsed Structures Specialized Response Teams (SRT). Show less

  • Occupational Safety and Health Specialist, Chemical Hygiene Officer

    Aug 2015 - now

  • Occupational Safety and Health Specialist

    Apr 2014 - Aug 2015

  • Industrial Hygiene Intern, Health Response Team (HRT)

    Mar 2013 - Apr 2014