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About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

+ We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

+ We never settle by constantly striving for better.

+ We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

+ We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

+ Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

+ Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

+ Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

+ Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Environment of Care & Emergency Management (ECEM) Facility Safety Coordinator coordinates activities for Baylor Scott and White Health (BSWH) facilities to meet The Joint Commission standards. This position supports multiple hospitals and collaborates with BSWH Regional Directors of Environment of Care and Emergency Management. It also works with each Facility Safety Director/Manager and hospital leadership to ensure compliance with the Texas Department of Health and Human Services, Texas Commission of Environmental Quality, National Fire Protection Association, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory agencies.

Essential Functions of the Role

+ Coordinates the Environment of Care Committee at least at one facility (High Level Committee with physician and executive participation).

+ Ensures assigned facilities comply with all required standards. They must have a consistent plan for continuous compliance with accreditation standards.

+ Serves as decontamination officer for hospital managing the decontamination team including training and recruitment.

+ Write, modify, and monitor HAZMAT facility emergency plans. Coordinate all hazardous material activities for all BSWH facilities.

+ Manages hazardous chemical waste streams.

+ Completes indoor air quality studies and identifies corrective actions.

+ Coordinates Joint Commission activities with other departments which include Public Safety, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering.

+ Coordinates meetings with BSWH Safe Choice to review employee injury data and develops action plans.

+ Facilitates the weekly construction meeting with CBRE, Medco, Epidemiology, and subcontractors. Interim Life Safety and infection control assessments are developed for each project. Action plans are also created for each project in the facility.

+ Assigned to major construction projects to attend project specific meetings, punch list meetings and assists with project close out process.

+ Design and present in-service/orientation training programs.

+ Monitor BSWH entities' compliance with federal, state, local, TJC, and OSHA safety regulations.

Key Success Factors

+ Experience working with hospital environment of care programs, general safety programs or emergency management programs.

+ Proficiency in basic technology and computer skills including Microsoft Office programs.

+ Ability to interpret and communicate to others relevant state and federal rules, regulations, and guidelines.

+ Must show skill in oral and written communication. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the facility. Work with local and regional health care officials, local, state, and federal agencies, and policy and advisory committees of the regional council and the general public.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

+ EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

+ EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.