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Overview Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Officer is responsible for the standards set forth by the Central Health Enterprise-wide Safety Architecture and ensures that plans are continuously updated and reviewed by appropriate team members to ensure safety for both employees and patients in clinical and other system settings. EHS Officer develops, coordinates, evaluates, and executes policies and procedures that will ensure the health and safety of team members, clinicians, and patients. In accordance with regulatory mandates, topics included will be complex technical areas such as hazard control and risk management, occupational safety and health, radiation protection and fire prevention. EHS Officer works with or has access to professionals with administrative, engineering, chemical, radiation, occupational, environmental, and fire safety credentials and will be prepared to assess, measure, and evaluate potential hazards which the Central Health community may encounter for purposes of developing safety related programs to heighten safety awareness among Central Health team members, patients, and community members. EHS Officer works independently and in collaboration with system leaders regarding regulatory compliance, policy and performance improvement. They will work collaboratively with , System Executives, Clinical and Medical staff leadership, Compliance and Risk team members key stakeholders, and other leaders as required. Responsibilities Collaborates with Safety, Employee Health, Human Resources, Compliance, and Infection Control departments throughout the system on program revisions and updates. Creates organization-wide communications related to ongoing training and program processes as needed. Administers and maintains all Environment of Care programs in accordance with standards and criteria established by Joint Commission, State, Local, and Federal agencies to ensure compliance to those requirements. Conducts site visits on a periodic basis to assess emergency preparedness, detect code violations, hazards and inappropriate work processes and procedures. Reviews event reports and investigations and makes recommendations to maintain a hazard free environment. Maintains and oversees in coordination with Facilities Management on matters pertaining to the environment of care. Provides current information for contractor training specific to safety and infection control. Assists with New Employee Orientation and departmental training assistance on safety matters. Provides guidance and direction on emergency preparedness training, exercises, drills and community involved programs as appropriate. Works with clinical departments across the organization to develop and implement necessary safety training. Conducts and/or participates in periodic CMS and Joint Commission compliance surveys. Participates in whole building inspections with Local Fire Department and Insurance Company; creates work orders from list of deficiencies. Investigates concerns and safety issues: Responds to callers or emails and provides documentation as necessary; seeks assistance as necessary in solving problems. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Understanding of planning, scheduling, and coordinating safety training programs at a healthcare system. Working knowledge of Federal, State and Local policies and practices that govern safety in a healthcare setting. Experience monitoring hazards associated with toxic atmospheres, chemicals, flammable liquids, radiation, etc. Understanding of cost estimating, budget management, and financial planning for facility-related contracts. Knowledge of health center equipment needs, infection control standards, CLIA regulations, vaccine management, compliance with Standing Delegation Orders, and emergency protocols. Experience developing plans and blueprints to ensure campus planning personnel comply with building codes and safety regulations during new construction, rehabilitation, or off-campus facility arrangements. Understanding of how to develop, update and store training and reference manuals. Knowledge of safety, occupational health and fire protection principles, practices, procedures, codes, standards and regulations applicable to the performance of complex safety, occupational health and fire protection management in a health system. Knowledge of Joint Commission chapters: Life Safety, Environment of Care and Emergency Management is desired. Professional knowledge of Emergency Management concepts and principles. Hazardous materials experience and training (e.g., Healthcare Emergency Response Training) with decontamination; knowledge of health center equipment needs, infection control standards, and CLIA regulations, vaccine management, standing delegation orders, and emergency protocols. Knowledge of clinical duties as assigned and competency validated in accordance with Standing Delegation Orders, including administering medications, immunizations, preparing patients for examinations and/or treatments, assisting provider with exams or procedures, cleaning and disinfection of equipment and spaces, stocking exam rooms, and performing quality control checks on equipment as per manufacturer guidelines. Professional knowledge of industrial hygiene concepts, principles and practices applicable to occupational health inspections of a large medical center. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Qualifications Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree or similar Nursing credentials. Minimum Experience: 5 years experience in a similar clinical environment as an EHS Officer, Deputy EHS Officer, or similar role. #J-18808-Ljbffr CommUnityCare

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