Safety Officer

Safety Program Director

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety, including a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A's for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Our worksite wellness program was recently recognized as one of the top fifty such programs nationally. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities. Job Summary

Directs and oversees South County Health's safety programs. Develops and administers policies, programs, and procedures meant to protect employee, patient, and visitor health and safety, and/or promote regulatory and environmental compliance. Reports To

Facilities & Performance Excellence Leader Direct Reports

Security Staff Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in a science/environmental health or safety-related field is preferred. Minimum of high school diploma with 68 years of experience in an appropriate clinical, technical or science-related field required. Previous experience as a healthcare-based Safety Officer preferred.

NIMS certifications 100-200-700 required, 300-400-800 preferred

Knowledge of TJC, OSHA, NFPA Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)/RIDEM, DOH and other state and local building codes and apply knowledge in a hospital/clinic setting and workman's compensation law.

Ability to conduct special investigations, organize results and present them orally and in writing.

Ability to prepare instructional materials and present them effectively, utilizing various computer programs/software.

Ability to work with administrative staff, physicians, nurses, support staff, patients, community members and various regulatory agencies.

Computer skills proficient with word processing and spreadsheets. Success Factors

Evidence of continuing education.

Ability to communicate effectively using interpersonal and managerial skills.

Ability to organize, prioritize and implement workload.

Analytical thinking skills.

Detail-oriented.

Ability to facilitate and encourage team spirit by acting as a coach and role model.

Leadership skills.