Description

Job Summary

Role is responsible for overall organizational safety for staff, patients, and visitors. Role reports to Human Resources Director and works closely with Clinical Operations and Facilities/Purchasing to develop and administer a safety and environmental health program to ensure facilities, equipment, and process are all in compliance with OSHA and other state and federal standards and regulations. Provides safety education and training to staff as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer safety and environmental health programs and trainings.
• Develop, implement, manage, and audit safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Handle incident reporting, root cause investigation, identify patterns or trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness plans and develop and deliver safety training.
• Oversee maintenance and inspection of safety equipment; ensures safety supplies are at par levels.
• Conduct safety inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations; develops and monitors safety plans as needed.
• Identify best practices and identify opportunities for standardization throughout the organization.
• Works closely with managers to develop safety training programs specific to departmental needs.
• Maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS) database.
• Manage a budget and work closely with Purchasing manager to ensure facility and process compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality of departmental data and activities, as appropriate.
• Serve as resource to the leadership team and act as a liaison between leadership/ management and external safety agencies or other organizations as needed.
• Lead Safety Committee of cross-functional team members.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements and Qualifications

• BS in Business, Safety Management, or related field required.
• 3 years work experience in a leadership role with an emphasis on safety.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local safety requirements, including OSHA.
• Demonstrated ability to research regulations and requirements and apply gained knowledge to ensure safety and health in the workplace as well as adhering to compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Proven influence skills to motivate others to comply with mandated standards.

Physical Demands

• Position requires manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Involves standing, sitting, and walking.
• Team member will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds; normal visual acuity and hearing are required.