Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Occupational Health and Safety Technician – Springfield Occupational Health

Job Summary:

The Occupational Health and Safety Technician collects data on the health and safety conditions of the workplace. The Health and Safety Technician work with occupational health and safety specialist in conducting tests and measuring hazards to help prevent harm to workers, property, the environment, and the general public.

Essential Functions: 

• Inspect, test, and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure that they follow safety standards and government regulations
• Collect samples of potentially toxic materials
• Evaluate programs on workplace health and safety
• Educate employers and workers about workplace safety
• Demonstrate the correct use of safety equipment
• Investigate incidents and accidents to identify what caused them and how they might be prevented
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED

Experience:

• 2 years of experience with administrative and clinical duties in an office or medical environment (required)
• Previous Occupational Health experience (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong initiative and independent judgment in routine and emergencies
• Strong computer skills required (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Broad knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations, and the ability to review, understand and interpret regulatory standards

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com