Sr. Occupational Health and Safety Specialist/Industrial Hygienist

Overview

Job Summary

Serves as a technical advisor in the department evaluating, planning, and implementing ongoing organization-wide processes and practices. Conducts extensive research, data collection, evaluation and analysis.

Certified Industrial Hygienist preferred. Greater Charlotte Region support.

Essential Functions

• Assists with the development, documentation, and program direction for service lines within the department.
• Coordinates development of standardized reporting and implements an effective audit program to assure compliance.
• Assists with the development of policies and procedures at the corporate, facility and department level.
• Coordinates collection, organization, and analysis of information, and corrective actions.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships within the System and with professional organizations and other healthcare organizations, municipal services, and regulatory authorities.
• Develops, tracks and reports status reports.
• Implements and oversees special projects.
• Develops and delivers presentations.

   

Physical Requirements

 

Works in an office environment sitting, standing, and walking. Works with standard office equipment (computer, telephone, fax, copter, etc.). May spend time in a healthcare facility or support services setting. Must be able to carry up to 15 pounds. Travel to other facilities is required. Responsible for working in a safe manner.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree preferred. 5 to 7 years experience in related discipline required. 3 years experience in healthcare preferred. Professional licensure or certification (i.e. PE, AIA) preferred.