Safety Coordinator

SUMMARY

The Safety Coordinator works to ensure that a safe enviornment exists in the Grady Health System for patients, visitors and staff. This includes working on projects related to fire and general safety. Works with Facilities Management to conduct fire drills, fire marshal training and enviornmental tours. Interprets the Joint Commission, OSHA and NFPA regulations, defines and evaluates problems, collects data, draws conclusions, writes reports and implements corrective action plans.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or Science is required

• A minimum of one year experience of hospital or Health-Care Safety Program is required

• Must be knowledgeable of the Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations and model safety program strategies

• Must be skilled on the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer software products to generate technical reports, findings, or corrective actions

• Must be experienced in preparing technical reports and making presentations in committee meetings

• CHSP certified or other related safety certifications are preferred

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