Safety Officer

Responsibilities

• Implements, monitors and enforces the Safety Management Program based on applicable law, regulations and accepted practice.
• Safeguards the organization’s compliance with assigned accreditation body standards including applicable federal, state and local requirements.
• Supports the organization’s ongoing process to collect and analyze information about deficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintains training records and all other safety related compliance documentation.
• Prepares reports for leadership and outside regulatory agencies.
• Represents the hospital to regulatory agencies such as DNV, OSHA, EPA, FAA and CAMTS etc. as applicable.
• Implements, monitors and tracks the safety committee recommendations and monitors the effectiveness of the implemented recommendations.
• Serves as a resource to units and departments in developing local safety plans, safe working habits and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Responds to employee safety concerns, including participation in incident response activities and related communication, develops corrective actions, and ensures appropriate follow-up.
• Consults with staff and employees on a variety of safety issues, concerns and policies including but not limited to waste management, hazardous material management and control.
• Performs emergency preparedness drills and exercises.
• Develops and delivers emergency preparedness and disaster-related training for employees and staff.
• Participates in incident response activities beyond routine safety concern management (as applicable to the department).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety-related field, Business, Hospital Administration, a related field, or the equivalency.
• Two years of experience coordinating a safety program, or related experience.