Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing occupational health procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations within the hospital. This role focuses on fostering a safe environment for all staff and patients by adhering to industry standards and regulations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the Staff Training Program, including assessment, creation, and addition of training curriculum through in-person and online training, utilizing the Learning Management System.
• Collaborate with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Complete required recordkeeping and reporting, including updating and maintaining all regulatory binders.
• Identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Conduct employee training on applicable safety standards and review training for revisions and improvements.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits to assess compliance with safety regulations.
• Run tests of various safety and security alarm systems throughout the facility, coordinating repairs with the Alarm Company as needed.
• Assist the Safety Officer with DPH, TJC, and CMS survey processes and response, as well as Disaster Drills and Events planning and response.
• Run fire drills, respond to activations, and prepare written reports.
• Inspect, document, and create work orders for Environmental Life Safety Rounds.
• Schedule maintenance and create work orders for Fire & Safety apparatus regularly.
• Coordinate with the Alarm Company to resolve deficiencies in fire or security alarm systems and document repairs.
• Collect hazardous waste and troubleshoot minor repairs to medical equipment, coordinating necessary repairs with the Biomed Company.
• Create, track, and monitor fobs and the security system through the Entre security program.
• Monitor the RAVE Guardian Emergency Alert System and conduct camera audits and investigations as needed.
• Develop and support emergency management initiatives, including planning, training, and response coordination for various emergencies.
• Collaborate with local emergency services and agencies to ensure effective emergency response protocols are in place.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for safety and security matters.
• Communicate safety information and updates to employees.
• Oversee security personnel and manage security operations.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of security systems and protocols.
• Responsible for managerial duties such as policy creation, review and updates, and staff performance evaluations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have the ability to function optimally in a stressful environment, and the ability to remain calm in emotionally charged situations.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with a driving record acceptable to SHH insurer.
• Proficient in operating electronic security equipment, including CCTV, radios, and other security systems.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or a related field required.
• Experience working within the guidelines of the Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA, and NFPA.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a hospital setting
• Minimum of five years of occupational health and safety experience.
• Minimum of one year’s experience conducting training.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods, covering various terrains across the campus in different weather conditions
• Capability to lift and transport items up to a specified weight limit (e.g., 25-50 lbs) as needed for deliveries or assisting patients.
• Endurance to respond to emergency situations and remain alert during long shifts.
• Capability to bend, stoop, and reach to check locks, windows, and other access points.

Silver Hill Hospital (“SHH”) is fully committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all present employees as well as for applicants in all phases of the employment process (recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination). Therefore, except in any cases of bona fide occupational qualification or need, SHH will act without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, past/present history of mental disorder, intellectual disability, physical or learning disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable law, (unless it is shown by supervisory personnel that a disability prevents performance of the work involved or may result in undue hardship) in all aspects of the employment process and relationship. This policy is based on the understanding that an applicant can handle the job requirements. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

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