Safety Manager, Hospital and Clinic Safety Program

UTHealth Houston•Houston, TX

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Manages and coordinates efforts to maintain a safe work environment at the UTHealth Houston Harris County Psychiatric Center (HCPC), the Dunn Behavioral Center, and Clinical Programs (UTPhysicians) as a member of the Environmental Health and Safety department. Ensures compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations, including emergency management, and with Joint Commission hospital accreditation requirements in the areas of Physical Environment and Emergency Management. Serves as the Safety Officer for HCPC and Dunn. You will be officed at the Dunn Behavioral Center, and the role will require on-site presence. The role reports to the Assistant Vice President of Environmental Health and Safety, and the leadership of HCPC and Dunn. This job classification is designated as "essential". In case of an emergency, "essential" positions are those required to sustain clinical services and/or are responsible for the protection of university assets. Personnel in designated "essential" positions are expected to report to their designated work site during their scheduled work hours, even when the institution has been officially declared on "restricted access" due to adverse conditions.

Requirements

At least five (5) years of related experience in safety or a related field is required
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas since this role is on-site.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred but not required
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred but not required
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) preferred but not required
Other relevant certifications
prefer those with experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Manages the Safety Coordinator and Safety Specialists within the Hospital & Clinic Safety Program, assigned to provide services to UTPhysicians, and the School of Public Health intern assigned to HCPC and Dunn.
Coordinates efforts to meet the regulatory requirements of the Texas Department of State Health Services related to environmental, health, and safety codes, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Texas Department of Insurance State Fire Marshal's Office, National Fire Protection Association, and Environmental Protection Agency.
Oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of the HCPC and Dunn Joint Commission requirements/plans for the Physical Environment and Emergency Management (Safety, Fire, Hazardous Materials/Waste and Medical Equipment), Life Safety, and associated policies and procedures.
Coordinates and/or conducts safety inspections, environmental tours, hazard surveillance, risk assessments, hazard vulnerability assessments, fire alarm inspections, portable fire extinguisher inspections, and fire and emergency drills.
Responsible for documenting medical equipment, inspections, equipment repairs, and failures.
Responsible for the collection, dissemination, and follow-up of medical equipment product recalls.
Co-chair the HCPC and Dunn Physical Environment and Emergency Management Committee.
Represent HCPC and Dunn in emergency management coordination and response meetings in the community (SETRAC).
Directly coordinate with personnel conducting external audits and inspections from regulatory organizations.
Provides technical advice and innovative solutions to management for potential hazards and control method problems.
Coordinates emergency response to internal and external events impacting the hospital.
Creates, monitors, and reports on performance improvement indicators for areas of responsibility.
Maintains all records and documentation required related to areas of responsibility, and reviews documentation to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
In cooperation with the Office of Safety, Health, Environment, and Risk Management and other involved parties, conducts investigations of property loss and occupational injuries.
Coordinates ongoing continuous improvement efforts related to areas of responsibility noted above. Communicates ongoing metrics, areas of success, opportunities for improvement, and recommended plans of action to leadership.
Prepares and delivers reports and presentations, as needed, to communicate program effectiveness and meet necessary reporting requirements. Conducts inventories of hazardous materials and waste, and emergency supplies.
Provide Joint Commission and Safety Program training to new employees, residents, and attending physicians.
In conjunction with Hospital-Wide Education, ensures that training related to areas of responsibility is developed, delivered, and assessed annually.
In coordination with Facilities Planning and Engineering, maintains Joint Commission basic building information and plans for improvement. Stays abreast of environmental health and safety and Joint Commission requirements and best practices.
Manages Human Resources activities of the department in regard to recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care