Risk Management and Safety Coordinator
: Job Details :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for implementing OSHA program guidelines according to federal labor laws and

OSHA regulations and assuring compliance across all locations to foster a safe workplace

environment.

2. Conducts monthly safety audits and inspections at all locations to ensure compliance with

OSHA requirements and is responsible for maintaining complete safety and training records,

workplace safety programs, and developing safety related policies and procedures; assists as

a point of contact in the event of inspection; this includes but is not limited to, fire alarms,

sprinkler systems, confined space conditions, Haz-Mat concerns.

3. Conducts and evaluates quarterly fire drills at all locations and provides education for

improvements.

4. Maintains community partners and relationships regarding the Emergency Management Plan

as a secondary point of contact for reporting during community emergencies.

5. A member of the Compliance Committee, which investigates incident reports, addresses

compliance concerns, makes recommendations for corrections/changes to prevent reoccurrence, and assists with the implementation of approved recommendations or changes.

6. Responsible for implementing safety programs at all locations, including the development of

safety related policies and procedures, training programs, building access, and an annual

safety inspection for all locations.

7. Point of contact for designated security vendor and program.

8. Manages electronic health record (EHR) auditing process and completes reports based on

audit results.

9. Presents audit findings/reports and for appropriate staff, finding ways to increase compliance

and provides education regarding the results and compliance.

10. Coordinates and conducts safety and occupational health training to maintain staff awareness

in utilizing safe practices in the workplace, and maintain training documentation.

11. Assist with maintenance and management of policies, procedures, and forms including

creation, renewal, updates, and assignment of these documents.

12. Conducts individual ergonomic assessments and recommends workplace changes to improve

health and safety.

13. Collaborates with Associate Director of Risk Management and Safety to identify training

needs.

14. Maintains adherence to the Respirator Protection Program and coordinates respirator fit

testing and tracking.

15. Maintains and updates Safety Data Sheets for all locations.

16. Conducts Risk Management and Safety related trainings.

17. Ensure that all staff are performing job responsibilities according to training(s).

18. Physical attendance is an essential element of the job and necessary to perform the essential

functions of the Risk Management and Safety Coordinator position.

19. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Functions:

1. Staff will abide by the Code of conduct as documented in the Corporate Compliance Manual.

2. Must demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to Johnson Health Center and its

mission.

3. Treats all patients and staff with dignity and respect, mindful of the cultural differences of the

diverse population we serve.

4. Management may modify, add or remove any job functions as necessary, or as changing

organizational needs require.

JHC Core Values:

Staff members must actively demonstrate dedication and commitment to the core values of JHC.

1. Respect - We value and respect each patient, their family, ourselves, and each other.

Every individual associated with Johnson Health Center will be treated with dignity and

respect. We value and respect people's differences, show empathy to our patients, their

families and each other, and work collectively to build Johnson Health Center as a health

center and an employer of choice.

2. Integrity - We are committed to doing the right thing every time.

Our actions reflect our commitment to honesty, openness, truthfulness, accuracy and ethical

behavior. We are accountable for the decisions we make and the outcome of those decisions.

3. Excellence - We will pursue excellence each and every day in activities that foster,

teamwork, quality improvement, patient care, innovation, and efficiencies.

At Johnson Health Center, our medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, front desk and

administrative teams are passionately committed to the highest quality of care for our

patients. We continually seek out ways to enhance the patient experience and promote an

environment of continuous quality improvement.

4. Innovation - We value creativity, flexibility, and continuous improvement efforts.

We are advocates and instruments of positive change, encouraging employees to engage in

responsible risk-taking and working to make a difference. Out of the box thinking enables us

to build on successes and learn from failures.

5. Teamwork - We understand that teamwork is the essence of our ability to succeed.

We work across functional boundaries, embracing diversity, for the good of the organization.

Our collaborative approach ensures a culture of participation, learning and respect and

serves to improve the quality of patient care. By focusing on a team-based approach, the

expertise of each Johnson Health Center employee is leveraged to optimize the patient

experience.

Qualifications:

1. Associates Degree in risk management, business, human services or nursing field preferred

2. 3-5 years of safety program administration/management with an emphasis on OSHA

regulations and compliance in a healthcare setting, preferred.

3. OSHA certification, preferred or obtained within first 6 months of employment

4. Ergonomics certification, preferred or obtained within first 6 months of employment

5. Demonstrated working knowledge of safety rules and regulations at all levels of government,

including federal, state and local that affects health center operations.

6. Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency in using common word processing and

presentation software, and Outlook email.

7. Must possess strong communication skills and work well with external organizations and

staff.

Physical Demand and Working Environment:

Fast paced office setting with travel to other offices often. Lifting and/or exerting force up to 25

pounds occasionally, with frequently moving of objects. Work requires speaking, sitting,

bending, walking, standing, hearing, and stooping, kneeling, and repetitive motion with certain

activities. Extended hours of constant computer usage. OSHA medium risk position.