Safety Specialist
About the role
Responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive safety program in compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies to include both hospital-based and off-site locations. In collaboration with department managers and safety committee members, establishes processes and goals for a system-wide safety program, as well as monitoring the program for compliance and evaluating the effectiveness of the program.
Department description
The Employee Health & Safety (EH&S) department supports the protection, promotion, and advancement of the health, safety, and well-being of SHS employees through injury prevention, evidence-based occupational health practices, wellness promotion, and regulatory excellence, enabling SHS employees to thrive and provide outstanding patient care.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.
- Certification as a Healthcare Safety Professional required within two (2) years of hire.
- Two (2) years experience in safety, risk management, or a related field required.
- Two (2) years experience with occupational safety or health regulatory compliance and accreditation standards required.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint, required.
- Experience or training in project management preferred.
- Experience in web/cloud