Manager, Safety & Emergency Management
 Salem Health | |
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
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 United States, Oregon, Salem | |
 Nov 05, 2024 | |
| Location Site: Salem Hospital Main CampusDepartment: SH BLDG OPS & MGTPosition Type: Full TimeStart Time:8:00Pioneering 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:Responsibilities:Ensures staff is effectively engaged in all functional operations through appropriate communication of expectations, timely performance feedback, inclusion in decisions affecting them, and by providing support that meets their needs in fulfilling assigned duties. Responsible for the recruitment, retention and training of employees serving this function. Resolves complaints through conflict resolution process, rewards, recognizes and disciplines as appropriate and in line with the organization's policies and procedures.Utilizing Lean management methods, responsible for all aspects of the implementation, continued execution, and effectiveness of Salem Health safety compliance &industrial hygiene program under the direction of the Facilities Director.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.Responsible for maintaining the hospital's decontamination team in coordination with emergency management, engineering, and emergency department personnel.Lean and Continuous Improvement - Creates a culture and strategic roadmap for continuous improvement.Coordination with Environment of Care (EOC) chapter leaders: - EOC meeting preparation: organize meeting agenda, ensure timely chapter reports outs, documentation, and meeting minutes. - 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. Lead EOC inspection team: - Run a multi-discipline team inspecting for TJC standard violations across the Salem Health organization. - Prepare inspection reports and trend data showing overall compliance and deficiencies. - Develop plans to improve overall EOC TJC readiness targeting gaps in compliance. - Conduct EOC tracer audits testing Salem Health readiness to EOC standards. Total Rewards Offerings:Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.Relocation assistance available for qualified positionsFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday payOnsite fitness center with 24/7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employerhttps://studentaid.gov/Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.Background/Expertise:Education:Essential: Bachelor's degree with a science, engineering or safety focus required; degrees in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental/Occupational Health &Safety preferred.Graduate level degree preferred.Experience:Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety or regulatory compliance with preference in a healthcare setting required.Minimum of five (3) years departmental supervision experience including scheduling and Budgeting.Demonstrated experience in training, research and professional presentation required.Experience in hazardous waste management required.Safety committee experience preferred.Certifications:Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.NIMS HICS 100, 200 and 700 on-line certificates obtained within six (6) months of hire.Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) certification obtained within eighteen (18) 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.Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Must have a broad knowledge of a variety of safety, and environmental regulatory and performance standards.Expert level ability in the recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards in the workplace.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).Must possess analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work and communicate effectively (tact and collaboration) with all levels of management staff, physicians, patients, and the public.Requires outstanding ability to work independently toward general results. Often no precedent for and little help in carrying out assigned tasks. Must originate, plan, adapt, invent, and contrive to accomplish tasks.Clear effective communication skills. The ability to conduct instructional sessions for department and all hospital staff.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 | |