Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!
Primary Function:
ChristianaCare is looking for a full-time System Safety Officer to maintain continuous readiness of the organization through compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) Environment of Care (EC) and Life Safety (LS) chapters with the overall mission of providing a safe and healthful environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
Responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcement of the Environment of Care (EOC) program in accordance with Federal, State, Joint Commission, and local standards and regulations.
This position provides leadership to managers and caregivers at all hospital and licensed outpatient locations as the dedicated Safety Officer, and is responsible for EOC compliance within Safety Management, Security Management, Fire & Life Safety, Hazardous Materials and Waste Management, Medical Equipment Management, and Utilities Management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Hours: Day Shift
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Continuing education in Joint Commission Standards, including Environment of Care, Life Safety and Emergency Management Chapters.
Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) or equivalent required
Minimum of five years’ experience in a healthcare environment.
Participation in at least two Joint Commission surveys.
Preferred experience will include emphasis on Joint Commission EC and LS standards (Safety and Security, Utilities, Fire and Life Safety, Hazardous Materials, and Medical Equipment Management) and the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and the Health Care Facilities Code (NFPA 99).
Special requirements:
Acceptable drivers record in good standing.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements
Knowledge of safety, fire protection, and environmental principles and practices.
Knowledge of applicable Joint Commission, NFPA, OSHA, EPA, and state and local safety standards and guidelines.
Knowledge principles and techniques that elicit teamwork throughout the organization.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Ability to technically resolve problems and develop effective solutions with other staff or consultants.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with higher management and peers.
Skilled in resolving conflicts and gaining cooperation with others.
Skilled in responding and developing plan of actions quickly when urgent needs arise.
Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
Skilled in developing and directing the implementation of goals, objections, policies, procedures, management systems, work standards and program evaluation.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate program operations.
Ability to interact with employees, management personnel, physicians, and visitors.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
Physical demands:
Frequent walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time, changing as needs arise. Some climbing of ladders, ramps, and stairs. Must be able to carry equipment as necessary for monitoring, training, and emergency response.
Working conditions:
Position is routinely exposed to normal healthcare occupancies including patient care areas, (inpatient and outpatient), mechanical/industrial equipment areas, areas under construction, and occupied office environments. Travel between facilities is required.
ChristianaCare Offers:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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