Principal Safety Officer - Risk Management

About the Role

The Safety Manager for Providence Medical Group, Clinical Programs, Specialty, and On-Demand Services is responsible for implementing programs to ensure a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and visitors. This position collaborates with leadership of the medical group, department core leaders, and caregivers to ensure workplace safety and compliance with rules, regulations, and standards related to applicable regulatory agencies.

Providence caregivers are valued and empowered to contribute to a culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage safety programs in a healthcare setting, including safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental compliance functions.
• Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission Environment of Care chapter in the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals (CAMH).
• Manage waste streams generated by ambulatory and non-ambulatory healthcare facilities.
• Collaborate with leadership and caregivers to maintain workplace safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science discipline (Environmental Health, Safety, or Health Science focus) or equivalent education/experience.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Upon hire: Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP).
• 5 years of progressive experience in healthcare setting safety program administration/management and implementation.
• Experience managing standards in The Joint Commission Environment of Care chapter.
• Additional experience in Long Term Care, Behavioral Health, and/or Ambulatory Care is a plus.
• Experience in waste stream management for healthcare facilities.

Benefits

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching.
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues).
• Voluntary benefits and well-being resources.
• Additional compensation opportunities such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $52.19 - $82.39 per hour. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range will be determined based on relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts reflect base pay; additional compensation may be available.

Schedule

Full-time, day shift.

About the Team

Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, and coordinated care. PCN includes over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics, and 30,000 caregivers, making it one of the largest medical groups in the country. The network comprises multiple medical groups and affiliate practices in Alaska, Washington, Montana, Oregon, California, Texas, and New Mexico.