Supervisor Environmental Health-Safety
The posted compensation range of $31.92 - $46.29 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Is the market subject matter resource on all Environment of Care safety issues for a designated market/hospital: issues may include industrial hygiene, chemical safety and hygiene, construction safety, fire and life safety, environmental protection and general workplace safety. The position is responsible for coordinating within the market all ongoing safety programs, implementation of new safety programs, and developing necessary processes for identifying opportunities for improvement in code compliance relating to Environment of Care issues as outlined in the accreditation standards for Healthcare Organizations. Position reports to Division Manager ‐ Facilities and Safety with direct oversight of daily operations for Safety Specialists at each market.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide advice and assistance to all levels of management within the market in the development and application of physical & environmental safety programs, and policies and procedures, in order to comply with all applicable local, state & federal statutes.
2. Coordinate program compliance structure that is directly related to national and local regulatory requirements, to include Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) health care program requirements.
3. Conduct audits and assessments to ensure continual compliance with all applicable local, state & federal regulatory agencies, accreditation Environment of Care requirements and CHI St. Luke’s program standards.
4. Assist in the management of life safety and utility shutdown permitting programs. Provide input and direction for Interim Life Safety Measures and workplace safety requirements for all construction & renovation projects.
5. Support and advise on all fire and life safety compliance in meeting local, state and federal requirements including International Fire Code (IFC), International Building Code (IBC), NFPA and other local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
requirements.
6. Participate in EPA Healthcare Program Development and Management to include all waste disposal, recycling, Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) and Moisture Damaged Material (MDM) programs for all market locations.
7. Coordinate OSHA and general safety regulatory compliance on all market locations and support OSHA Safety Data Sheet (SDS) programs.
8. Assist with development and management of employee chemical exposure, ergonomics and noise monitoring programs.
9. Provide input and recommendations concerning safety related accident investigations.
10. Conduct safety training and orientation(s) as appropriate.
11. Participate in Hospital Environment of Care committee(s) and other safety related committees or workgroups as needed.
12. Responsible for management of team members including evaluation of appropriate staffing and structure. Orient, on‐board and train new staff members. Timely evaluation of the performance of direct reports. Provide oversight of departmental budget.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.
Disclosure summary
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree ‐ a related field or may substitute an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Five (5) years of experience in health care and safety compliance field.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
- Code Interpretation – Ability to read, analyze and interpret applicable federal, state and local compliance codes as they relate to healthcare.
- Quality ‐ Completes work with accuracy and thoroughness.
- Productivity ‐ Efficiently utilizes time by prioritizing work.
- Customer Service ‐ Upholds organizational and departmental service standards.
- Decision Making ‐ Displays sound judgment; works with minimal supervision.
- Problem solving skills.
- Able to work well under pressure and on concurrent, multidisciplinary projects.
- Able to work effectively with diverse group of people.
- Must have good written and oral communication skills.
Overview
Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart® Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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