Safety Coordinator

Position Summary

This position reports to and works directly for the Risk Manager and is responsible for safety activities of the Risk Management Department for EMSA. Responsible for the development and implementation of safety training programs with the goal of establishing a clear understanding of company and individual responsibility about safety programs in both new and existing management, supervisory, and hourly staff as directed by Risk Manager. Escalates issues or provides information to Supervision for resolution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety/HSE or equivalent; and/or combination of education & experience.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, DOT regulations and regulatory standards that apply to EMS.
• Well versed in infection control practices and knowledgeable of the workplace hazards and the protective practices available to prevent occupational injury, patient injury, and vehicle related incidents.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check and drug screen to the satisfaction of the organization.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety training program to include hazard assessment, risk mitigation, training, and education.
• Develops and conduct new hire safety orientation and annual safety training that meets organizational needs and adheres to all regulatory standards.
• Review incident reports to ensure proper completion; and prepare additional documents, as necessary, to meet organizational and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Monitor and benchmark safety related trends and proactively implement strategies, processes, and practices that reduce risk potential and reduce preventable injuries.
• Coordinate, or lead when appropriate, the organizations health and safety council/committees.
• Support the development and implementation of annual health and safety fit testing, immunization programs and other member wellness and safety programs.
• Develop and maintain safety policies and procedures, audit safety practices and make recommendations for corrective actions based upon industry standards, best practices, and outcome-based solutions.
• Conduct/coordinate safety audits on EMSA facilities to ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA requirements.

Punctuality and regular, predictable, reliable, consistent attendance are essential. Other essential functions include professionalism, the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing), maintaining confidentiality, exercising sound judgment, being adaptable and flexible, following safety and compliance protocols, being accountable, complying with the Code of Conduct, organizational policies, procedures, practices, and expectations, and performing the core duties of the position either with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Other Functions of the Position

• Foster a culture of safety across the organization that promotes that the organizations mission, vision, and values
• Ensure all associated documentation is accurate, complete, and appropriately maintained
• Conduct self in an ethical, professional manner; project a positive self/company/system image
• Adhere to and enforce all safety standards and policies
• Adhere to and enforce all organizational policies
• Frequently use logic to analyze and problem solve difficult situations and communicate to express or exchange ideas using proper English grammar and spelling
• Will be required to frequently meet deadlines, work with changing priorities, and carryout instructions

Performs other job-related duties, functions, tasks and responsibilities as assigned, which may vary based on evolving organizational needs and priorities. These responsibilities are not considered essential functions of the position and may be modified or reassigned to accommodate individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as amended.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Strong communication skills: both written and verbal and to speak effectively before groups of customers or Team Members or other organizations
• Ability to maintain strict and confidential patient and personnel information
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with team members while demonstrating compassion with a sincere dedication to their needs and concerns.
• Attention to detail
• Work independently with little supervision to meet goals of the department
• Conduct self in an ethical, professional manner; project a positive company/system image while on duty
• Must be able to speak and enunciate clearly in stressful situations, must be able to verbally communicate with employees, management, and other emergency personnel

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not have supervisory or management responsibilities of other employees

Physical Demands

• Must be able to withstand considerable sitting and standing while performing the duties of the job
• Will be regularly required to talk and hear, and frequently uses hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and while performing the duties in difficult terrain, must be able to climb stairs, and work in close and dangerous environments such as damaged vehicles
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical requirements such as lifting and moving of equipment in a variety of environmental conditions
• Must have correctable vision acceptable for day and night operation abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Must have color acuity adequate for determination of wiring colors
• Must be able to read labels and warnings on containers
• Must be able to hear and understand information provided by employees, or bystanders

Work Environment

• The work has a high stress environment. While performing the duties the employee may work in outside weather conditions
• The employee could be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold and extreme heat
• The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate