Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Manager of Environment of Care and Emergency Management

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.

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:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

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

With guidance from the Regional Director, the Manager of Environment of Care (EC) and Emergency Management (EM) uses their education in Safety Engineering, Environmental Management, or Emergency Management. They recommend and monitor policies and procedures that comply with federal, state, local, and The Joint Commission (TJC) regulations. The manager works with their director to develop and implement a program to protect staff, patients, physicians, and visitors from an EC and EM perspective. They also implement process improvements and standardize best practices for their hospital(s).

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Provide oversight for the EC, Life Safety (LS), and EM programs at their facilities. Provide leadership and promote the BSWH EC and EM program through training and education.
• Identify, assess, and recommend ways to minimize environmental, health, and safety risks. Conduct bi-monthly Environment of Care meetings to improve hospital safety.
• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards regarding environmental health and safety.
• Examine Risk Management and Occurrence data and implement appropriate measures to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents and incidents.
• Participate in construction planning meetings. Conduct project inspections to ensure compliance with ILSM, NFPA, and infection control requirements.
• Write, modify, and monitor facility emergency operations plans.
• Provide support, advice, and counsel to clinics and other BSWH facilities on safety and health issues as needed.
• Coordinate hazardous material activities and provide emergency response if needed.
• Perform and coordinate safety assessments of departments and areas to ensure compliance with applicable safety health and safety regulations.
• Perform testing, record-keeping, training, and monitoring tasks for environmental monitoring necessary to comply with TCEQ and OSHA.

Key Success Factors:

• A thorough working knowledge of The Joint Commission EC, LS, and EM standards is needed. This includes NFPA, OSHA, Texas DSHS, CMS, and other regulations.
• The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• The ability to collaborate with others and achieve high quality results.
• Data-based and critical thinking skills as well as an ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
• A fundamental knowledge of emergency management concepts and values as they apply to health care facilities.
• The ability to manage projects from beginning to end and drive change through continuous process improvement.
• Proficiency in basic technology and computer skills including Microsoft Office programs.

Belonging Statement:

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications:

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience