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Safety Representative - Maintenance/Facilities

Houston Methodist

Houston, TX | Full Time

$78k-103k (estimate)

3 Months Ago

Safety Representative - Maintenance/Facilities

Houston Methodist

Houston, TX | Full Time

$78k-103k (estimate)

3 Months Ago

Safety Representative - Maintenance/Facilities

$78k-103k (estimate)

Full Time | Ambulatory Healthcare Services 3 Months Ago

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Houston Methodist is Hiring a Safety Representative - Maintenance/Facilities Near Houston, TX

At Houston Methodist, the Safety Representative position is responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by applying knowledge associated with federal, state and local safety regulations. This position identifies safety risks and takes initiative for timely resolution of potential concerns, minimizing the hospital's liability by managing compliance, establishing best practices, developing/maintaining training, and ensuring the proper recordkeeping associated with safety regulations.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains high customer satisfaction while providing the highest level of safety to patients, visitors, staff and assets.

Communicates effectively with management and coworkers on tasks, processes and procedures while discussing safety requirements. Utilizes professional telephone etiquette.

Establish timely goals with customers and/or management on projects and effectively communicate any updates or changes.

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides guidance to Houston Methodist staff, contractors and vendors regarding safe processes, best practices and regulatory compliance.

Develop and implement safety-related training for staff and contractors.

Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous material. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accurately presents and/or generates and completes reports, in conjunction with the Chair of the Intuitional Safety Committee to Houston Methodist Hospital Board of Directors, by recording occurrences, information and observations.

Creates, maintains, and/or implements required safety-related documentation (e.g., permits, inspections, plans, etc.).

Effectively communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Balances cost/spending, determined by management or policy, as appropriate.

Prevents loss and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures.

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Uses resources effectively and efficiently; does not waste supplies, optimizing efficiency in all areas according to department specifications. Utilizes and maintains HM and department equipment according to manufacturer specifications.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Remains current with safety-related technology and regulations. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvements for the department. Assists with the implementation of new safety initiatives and implements actions that promote workplace safety culture.

Supports hospital and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)