Description

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Health Care or related field required
• Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (other environmental, radiation, fire, safety, health or industrial hygiene credential or training certifications will be considered) within 24 months of hire date
• 7-10 years healthcare facility experience with a focus on Environment of Care and Life Safety Compliance or equivalent
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing process improvement initiatives required

• Master's Degree in a related field preferred
• Advanced knowledge, creation, implementation and understanding of safety, health, and environmental regulatory standards
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of Environment of Care & Life Safety standards/practices and applicable regulatory requirements
• Advanced experience in the practice and implementation of quality improvement concepts, methodologies and tools, and the importance of data performance improvement and dashboards
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, DNV GL, CMS, ISO 9001, AHCA, NFPA and other regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in word processing, use of spreadsheet software, and development of presentations
• Ability to assume responsibility for managing and updating existing health and safety programs, projects, and tasks
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements and technical issues
• Excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, and written communication skills
• Ability to negotiate effectively
• Able to exercise considerable discretion and independent judgment in identifying non-compliance issues/concerns
• Effective decision-making and demonstrate creativity in problem-solving
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Ability to read and understand plans, blueprints, and specifications
• Able to perform without close supervision; ability to interact with all levels of the healthcare system including but not limited to senior leaders and board members
• Ability to respond quickly in a fast paced environment
• Able to travel to off-site locations
• Able to work On-Call as required

• Provides expertise and support for the team of individuals charged with oversight and coordination of Environment of Care (EOC) programs.
• Coordinates all activities of the management plans within the Environment of Care for the hospital and system and serves as the Safety Officer.
• Conducts, assesses, and monitors safety, chemical, radiation and environmental hazard inspections related to local, state, and federal codes and standards, including DNV GL/ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Conducts periodic inspections of all hospital locations for adherence and compliance with Physical Environment oversight.
• Establishes detailed project plans to monitor and track progress. Reviews data provided within the Environment of Care program to make ongoing hospital-wide improvements.
• Coordinates and co-chairs Environment of Care committee meetings, and helps facilitate program components, and applicable changes for improvement.
• Participates in hospital committees, as assigned. Serves as subject matter expert (SME) to other departments.
• Leads/collaborates with the development of departmental and hospital-wide Environment of Care/Physical Environment policies, procedures, plans and goals.
• Provides expert guidance and support to the Director of Environment of Care regarding safety improvement efforts, plans, audits and identified process improvement initiatives.
• Maintains documentation on hazards and follow-up reports along with inspection data.
• Submits completed reports to the Environment of Care Committee concerning findings, recommendations, actions, and monitoring.
• Conducts research, gathers best practice information, and facilitates meetings to assist with Physical Environment program and implementation.
• Assists Risk Management in conducting physical surveys of facilities and compliance with insurer recommendations.
• Participates and/or coordinates completion of any risk assessment/ILSM due to ongoing construction projects and major repairs.

Job :

Primary Location :

Department :

Job Status