SAFETY COORDINATOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY | FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT (25407)

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, we invite you to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor safety management programs and initiatives for New Bridge Medical Center facilities across a wide geographic area.
• Administer the day-to-day operations of an effective Respirator Program, including:
  • N95 fit testing program in accordance with CFR 1910.134, ensuring all employees complete the required Respirator Online training program.
  • Communicate to managers which employees need fit testing and maintain a formal list of all employees who have or require fit testing.
  • Conduct qualitative fit testing and perform both quantitative and qualitative fit testing where required.
  • Load all medical clearances into employees' training records.
  • Coordinate with Human Resources to fit test new hires before their first day of orientation or as soon as possible.
• Lead an effective Ergonomic Program, including:
  • Develop an embedded train-the-trainer program.
  • Train staff on proper patient transfer/repositioning.
  • Maintain inventories of ergonomic equipment.
  • Perform routine ergonomic evaluations of employees, develop reports with recommendations for managers' review/approval.
  • Research and recommend BNBMC-approved ergonomic equipment.
  • Schedule and administer bimonthly ergonomic safe patient handling meetings.
  • Track and trend ergonomic safety injuries and report to management, including EOC meetings.
• Lead BNBMC into becoming a leader in sustainability, including:
  • Complete annual sustainability applications to NJDEP and various organizations to become members and receive sustainability awards.
  • Implement specific tasks with departments to develop budgets and sustainability goals.
  • Develop and implement sustainability training and communications throughout the organization, including organizing departmental "Champions" for recycling initiatives.
• Work with inspectors from various environmental agencies (e.g., County, DOH, EPA, DOT, OSHA, CMS, and The Joint Commission).
• Conduct investigations regarding all employee incidents, analyze findings, and make recommendations for corrective action while keeping all records current.
• Conduct inspections and maintain an inventory of ergonomic equipment for employees to trial (e.g., ergonomic chairs, headphones).
• Assist the Safety/Security Director as needed.
• Respond to fires and emergencies; carry a cellphone and be on call 24 hours for emergencies.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all hospital service lines and departments.
• Participate in working groups and committees.
• Maintain relevant documentation, including up-to-date plans, meeting agendas, rosters, and minutes to ensure accreditation survey readiness.
• Adhere to legal and ethical standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including responsibilities outlined in the Safety/Security Director’s job description.

Requirements

• Five to seven years of progressively more responsible related work experience in healthcare-based Environment of Care and Emergency Management.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) and Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Forms).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exhibit timely decision-making and adaptive leadership under stressful conditions.
• Previous experience in ergonomic evaluations and/or a degree in a related field preferred.
• Available 24 hours/7 days a week to respond to fire alarms.
• Fire/sprinkler experience is a plus or active membership in a fire department.
• Ambition to learn, strong motivation, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred.

Pay

$40,000–$50,000/year

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy, including ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to support ongoing professional development.