Hospital Safety Officer

Navos • Seattle, WA

250d • $93,954 - $135,221

About The Position

The Hospital Safety Officer assures, for the assigned business unit(s), a safe and secure work/care environment is maintained, safety policies are met in accordance with national/state/local rules and regulations, and full compliance with accreditation/licensure standards at all times. The Safety Officer employs the risk management program designed to identify, prevent and minimize risk, and stops work in the event of immediate threat to life and safety at the assigned business unit. The Safety Officer conducts daily walkthroughs of facilities, investigates safety hazards, prepares reports, makes recommendations to correct safety hazards and monitors status of deficiencies noted for operational leadership. The Safety Officer works closely with all levels of staff and management, government regulatory agencies, local emergency agencies, and Safety and other hospital contractors in exercise of duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Safety or another related field preferred.
• Certification in Industrial/Occupational Safety or ability to obtain within 6 months of placement in position.
• Minimum four (4) years of safety experience preferably in a hospital environment.
• Current Washington state driver's license and proof of a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assure a safe and secure work/care environment is maintained.
• Ensure safety policies are met in accordance with national/state/local rules and regulations.
• Maintain full compliance with accreditation/licensure standards.
• Employ the risk management program to identify, prevent, and minimize risk.
• Stop work in the event of immediate threat to life and safety.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs of facilities.
• Investigate safety hazards and prepare reports.
• Make recommendations to correct safety hazards.
• Monitor status of deficiencies noted for operational leadership.
• Work closely with staff, management, regulatory agencies, and contractors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree