Off Site Compliance Specialist- Safety

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Conducts safety inspections and trainings to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with all safety standards and regulations. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible role working Monday through Friday, days. Travel is required 50%-70% within Ohio, with same-day travel and minimal overnight stays. A valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance are required by hospital policy. Candidates must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, and driving qualifications, as well as training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Healthcare Safety, Environmental Safety, Fire Science, related field, equivalent professional experience in lieu of a formal degree, required.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements.
Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.
Certificate in fire-fighting methodology within one year of hire, required.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 Hour Outreach Training Program certification within one year of hire, required.
HAZWOPER 24 Hour Initial Training certification within one year of hire, required.
Certification in Hazardous Material Handling and related USDOT regulations within one year of hire, required.
Working knowledge of Ohio buildings codes, Joint Commission, OSHA, and the Ohio Fire Code.
Working knowledge of ergonomics and body mechanics.
Working knowledge of disaster response protocols.
Four years of experience in healthcare safety or related field, required.

Responsibilities

Conducts regular safety inspections of the facilities and safety equipment to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.
Oversees general safety programs, collects and analyzes statistical data on safety, and ensures accurate documentation is maintained.
Coordinates and conducts staff and volunteer training on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Advises staff on safety compliance and assists with any questions or issues.
Escalates violations and non-compliance to appropriate leadership.
Coordinates the performance of fire, abduction and tornado drills for main campus and off-site locations.