Ergonomist/Ergonomics Specialist
About The Position
Join a collaborative and forward‑thinking ergonomics team dedicated to creating safer, healthier workplaces. In this role, you will lead both virtual and in‑person ergonomic evaluations, create and deliver engaging individual and group trainings, and actively promote staff and patient safety. You’ll partner with stakeholders across the organization to identify opportunities, implement innovative injury‑prevention programs, and drive meaningful change. As a trusted team member, you’ll contribute to task forces and committees that support organizational goals and continuous improvement. This role offers variety, impact, and the opportunity to travel to other cities and Sutter Health locations as needed. This role primarily supports Sutter Health’s North Bay locations, including Santa Rosa and Novato, while also providing support to other sites within the Sutter Health footprint as needed. The position offers a great balance of flexibility and on‑site collaboration, allowing the selected candidate to build strong relationships and make a meaningful impact locally. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to the North Bay Sutter locations and be available to come on site anywhere as needed for meetings, collaboration, and other in‑person activities.
Requirements
- EDUCATION: Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Bachelor's: Human Factors/Ergonomics, Safety Sciences, Physical/Occupational Therapy, Occupational Health & Safety or related field
- TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 2 years recent relevant experience
- Ergonomics and People Focus: Demonstrate ergonomics expertise to conduct virtual and in‑person evaluations, create and deliver training, manage cases, and partner with others to influence change and reduce injury risk. Working knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, and ANSI standards to support a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Results‑Driven & Accountable: Ability to identify workplace risk factors, analyze concerns, and implement effective ergonomics solutions that reduce injuries and support organizational goals.
- Collaborative & Inclusive: Builds trust and effective partnerships across teams, demonstrates respect for cultural and linguistic differences, and fosters an inclusive work environment.
- Influential Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to educate, present, and influence diverse audiences and stakeholders.
- Adaptable & Innovative: Thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving healthcare environment while supporting continuous improvement and change.
- Customer‑Focused: Applies a service-excellence mindset in all interactions and decision-making.
- Professional & Trustworthy: Maintains confidentiality, demonstrates integrity, and works with discretion and professionalism.
- Organized & Reliable: Effectively prioritizes work, manages competing demands, and uses essential systems and applications to meet deadlines accurately.
- Time Management: Effectively manages own calendar and priorities with a customer‑focused approach, remaining responsive, reliable, and accountable.
Responsibilities
- Lead both virtual and in‑person ergonomic evaluations
- Create and deliver engaging individual and group trainings
- Actively promote staff and patient safety
- Partner with stakeholders across the organization to identify opportunities
- Implement innovative injury‑prevention programs
- Drive meaningful change
- Contribute to task forces and committees that support organizational goals and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
