Director of Risk and Safety

PatientCare EMS Solutions•Atlanta, GA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Safety is responsible for leading the enterprise-wide safety and risk management strategy across all company locations. This executive-level position provides strategic oversight of occupational safety, regulatory compliance, fleet safety, claims management, and risk mitigation initiatives to protect employees, patients, assets, and the organization. This role establishes standardized safety practices, reduces liability exposure, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across all divisions.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive safety and risk management experience
Knowledge of OSHA, EMS regulatory standards, DOT compliance, and healthcare risk frameworks
Experience managing workers’ compensation and liability claims
Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and be eligible to drive for work-related purposes

Nice To Haves

Multi-location or enterprise oversight experience strongly preferred
CSP, ARM, or related certification preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate safety and risk management program across all locations
Establish and standardize company-wide safety policies, procedures, and compliance protocols
Implement measurable initiatives to reduce workplace injuries, fleet accidents, and liability exposure
Design and monitor enterprise safety KPIs and reporting dashboards
Ensure compliance with OSHA, state EMS regulations, HIPAA, DOT requirements, and applicable healthcare and transportation standards
Oversee regulatory audits, inspections, environmental compliance, and corrective action planning
Maintain enterprise OSHA reporting and safety documentation systems
Oversee driver qualification standards and fleet safety programs across all locations
Analyze accident trends and implement preventive safety initiatives
Partner with Operations leadership to reduce preventable vehicle incidents and operational risk
Direct workers’ compensation, auto liability, general liability, and professional liability claims oversight
Serve as primary liaison with insurance carriers and legal counsel
Implement strategies to reduce claims frequency, severity, and insurance premiums
Standardize incident reporting and investigation processes
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action planning across divisions
Provide executive-level reporting on incident trends and risk exposure
Develop corporate safety training standards for field and administrative staff
Partner with HR, Clinical, and Operations leadership to align safety with workforce standards
Promote a culture of accountability and safety ownership at every level of the organization
Collaborate with regional COOs and department leaders to ensure consistent implementation of safety standards
Travel to field locations to assess compliance and coach leadership teams
Provide regular executive reporting to senior leadership and Board members as requested