What are the responsibilities and job description for the Risk and Safety Coordinator position at Johnson Health?
General Position Summary:
The Risk and Safety Coordinator is responsible for safety program(s), including participation in policy development, safety inspections, safety training, and compliance with the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This position interfaces with internal staff and community partners and works with local and regional agencies to coordinate and maintain daily compliance, risk management, and safety efforts as necessary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for implementing OSHA program guidelines according to federal labor laws and OSHA regulations and assuring compliance across all locations to foster a safe workplace environment.
2. Conducts monthly safety audits and inspections at all locations to ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and is responsible for maintaining complete safety and training records, workplace safety programs, and developing safety related policies and procedures; assists as a point of contact in the event of inspection; this includes but is not limited to, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, confined space conditions, Haz-Mat concerns.
3. Conducts and evaluates quarterly fire drills at all locations and provides education for improvements.
4. Maintains community partners and relationships regarding the Emergency Management Plan as a secondary point of contact for reporting during community emergencies.
5. A member of the Compliance Committee investigates incident reports, addresses compliance concerns, makes recommendations for corrections/changes to prevent re-occurrence, and assists with implementing approved recommendations or changes.
6. Responsible for implementing safety programs at all locations, including the development of safety related policies and procedures, training programs, building access, and an annual safety inspection for all locations.
7. Manages electronic health record (EHR) auditing process and completes reports based on audit results.
8. Presents audit findings/reports for appropriate staff, finds ways to increase compliance, and provides education regarding the results and compliance.
9. Coordinates and conducts safety and occupational health training to maintain staff awareness in utilizing safe practices in the workplace and maintain training documentation.
10. Assist with maintenance and management of policies, procedures, and forms including creation, renewal, updates, and assignment of these documents.
11. Conducts individual ergonomic assessments and recommends workplace changes to improve health and safety.
12. Collaborates with the Associate Director of Risk Management and Safety to identify training needs.
13. Maintains adherence to the Respirator Protection Program and coordinates respirator fit testing and tracking.
14. Maintains and updates Safety Data Sheets for all locations.
15. Conducts Risk and Safety related trainings.
16. Ensure that all staff are performing job responsibilities according to training(s).
17. Physical attendance is an essential element of the job and necessary to perform the essential functions of the Risk and Safety Coordinator position.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Functions:
1. Staff will abide by the Code of conduct as documented in the Corporate Compliance Manual.
2. Must demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to Johnson Health Center and its mission.
3. Treats all patients and staff with dignity and respect, mindful of the cultural differences of the diverse population we serve.
4. Management may modify, add or remove any job functions as necessary, or as changing organizational needs require.
Qualifications:
1. Associate degree in risk management, business, human services, or nursing field preferred
2. 3-5 years of safety program administration/management with an emphasis on OSHA regulations and compliance in a healthcare setting, preferred.
3. OSHA certification, preferred or obtained within first 6 months of employment
4. Ergonomics certification, preferred or obtained within first 6 months of employment
5. Demonstrated working knowledge of safety rules and regulations at all levels of government, including federal, state, and local, that affect health center operations.
6. Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency in using common word processing and presentation software, and Outlook email.
7. Must possess strong communication skills and work well with external organizations and staff.
Physical Demand and Working Environment:
Fast paced office setting with travel to other offices often. Lifting and/or exerting force up to 25 pounds occasionally, with frequently moving of objects. Work requires speaking, sitting, bending, walking, standing, hearing, stooping, kneeling, and repetitive motion with certain activities. Extended hours of constant computer usage. OSHA medium risk position.
EOE/M/F/Disability/Veteran
