Safety Specialist
Atlanta, GA 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description

Grady Health System offers many career paths for your professional growth. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Senior Safety Manager, assists in implementation of the day-to-day operations of the Grady Health System General Safety and Fire Safety programs. This position involves the interpretation and application of applicable codes, regulations, and standards. Must be able to interpret regulations, define and evaluate problems, collect data, draw conclusions, write reports, and implement corrective action plans.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Risk Management, Industrial Hygiene or Science. In lieu of a degree a minimum of three years relevant experience.

* Required: A minimum of 2-3 years of hospital or general industry safety or risk management experience is required.

* Certified Healthcare Safety Professional or OSHA 30-Hour Training required or achieved within 6 months of hire.

* Previous experience in compliance inspections or healthcare accreditation.

* Previous experience coordinating worker's compensation field investigations and promptly responding to requests and inquiries.

* Must possess superior organizational, interpersonal and time management skills, be self-motivated and have strong verbal and written communication skills (required).

* Must be knowledgeable of the Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations and model safety program strategies/survey processes (required).

* Knowledge and experience with use of computer and related software programs, as well as demonstrated experience with data collection, data analysis and reporting (required).

* Experience in managing and enhancing database platforms (preferred).

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.


EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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