What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Analyst position at Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics?
Description
Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus
Department: SH Building Operations & Mgt
Position Type: Full Time
Start Time: 7:00
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.
We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There’s something about Salem, Oregon!
Your Role With Us:
Safety Analyst's at Salem Health are responsible for the implementation and effectiveness of Salem Health safety compliance program under the direction of the Safety Manager.
Core Functions:
- Compliance with: Fire Prevention, Joint Commission, EPA & DEQ regulations, and SHA regulations.
- Responsible for the design and delivery of safety training for new and existing employees, volunteers and contractors for all safety compliance programs related to healthcare. Includes creating computer-based learning modules for new and refresher training.
- Leadership of EOC Inspection Team.
- Review, be familiar with, EOC, elements of performance requirements and help develop strategies for compliance to those standards.
- Coordinate any implementation of new standards and/or requirements, review prospectus’ and other materials which drive survey hot topic issues.
- Serve as a resource in EOC standards and compliance.
- Under direction of the Safety Manager, coordinate the organizations safety committee.
- Responsible for implementation and operation of the hazardous waste program.
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Live Well Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Education assistance program
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others
Background/Expertise:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in security, environmental, occupational health and safety with preference in a healthcare setting.
- Minimum of (2) years of experience in hazardous waste management and EPA regulations.
- Minimum of one (2) year of demonstrated training experience, capable in researching, developing and delivering a professional presentation to an audience of varying size.
- One (1) year safety committee experience.
- Certified Healthcare Safety Professional certification required within eighteen (18) months of hire.
- NIMS HICS 100, 200 and 700 on-line certificates obtained within six (6) months of hire.
- (40) Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred or obtained within 3 months of hire.
- Must possess a current and valid Oregon driver’s license with a good driving record.
- Working knowledge of The Joint Commission hospital accreditation process, specifically in the Environment of Care (EOC) preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft business products (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org
