Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist supports the organization's safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance programs across healthcare and dialysis operations. This position assists with employee training, audits, incident follow-up, documentation management, and implementation of workplace safety initiatives to help maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, CMS, state, and company requirements.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in clinical environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and maintenance of EHS programs and policies
• Conduct routine safety inspections and compliance audits within dialysis clinics and support areas
• Support Hazard Communication (HazCom) program management including SDS maintenance and chemical inventory tracking
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking
• Monitor completion of required employee safety training and assist with training coordination
• Maintain OSHA logs and safety-related documentation as assigned
• Support infection prevention and exposure control initiatives related to employee safety
• Participate in environmental rounds and identify opportunities for risk reduction
• Track corrective actions and follow up with clinic leadership on outstanding items
• Support waste management compliance including regulated medical waste and hazardous waste requirements
• Assist with ergonomic assessments and injury prevention initiatives
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and compliance documentation
• Stay current on applicable OSHA and healthcare regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• 2- 4 years of safety, healthcare, or regulatory compliance experience preferred
• Healthcare or dialysis experience preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety principles
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or willingness to obtain

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk in clinical /manufacturing environments for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to travel between assigned facilities
• Ability to use standard office equipment and computers

Work Environment

This position operates in both office and healthcare clinic environments, including dialysis treatment settings. Appropriate PPE may be required in clinical areas.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

If your location allows for pay/benefit transparency, please click the link below to request further information on this position. Pay Transparency Request Form

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.