Senior Director of Safety

Safety DirectorDirects the organizations safety plans and programs to comply with the regulations governing the Environment of Care, Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety. Responsibilities include planning, organizing and directing the system wide safety activities of Orlando Health. Develops and aligns the safety strategy to the short and long-term goals of the department and the goals and objectives of the organization. Implements policies and procedures to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and team members of all Orlando Health facilities. Directs and coordinates safety programs to include training, programs and processes, equipment, and staff to facilitate a safety program throughout the organization. Provides relevant advice, guidance, and supportive information to executive team on legal and regulatory changes that affect Orlando Health safety operations. Possesses the ability to compile, review and summarize federal, state, and local regulations that affect the safe operation of Orlando Health. Maintains effective liaisons with outside regulatory agencies, i.e., the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), The Joint Commission (TJC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Directs all EOC, Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety surveys and inspections for internal purposes or related to an external regulatory agency. Collaborates with Engineering regarding Life Safety surveys and inspections for internal purposes or related to an external regulatory agency. Collaborates with key regulatory departments at Orlando Health such as Infection Prevention & Control, Regulatory, Patient Safety and Risk Management. Works closely with the following departments due to their heavy safety related responsibility to the organization; Clinical Engineering, Engineering and Facility Development. Prepares and provides operational reports for various committees and executive level meetings. Serves as the Organization's Corporate Safety Officer and Chairs the Corporate Environment of Care Executive Committee. Responsible for recruiting, retaining, evaluating, and training managerial positions to include salary recommendations, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules. Presents budget estimates, controls expenditures, and establishes operational standards for the Corporate Safety department. Maintains professional discipline in the departments and adherence to appropriate policies and procedures of the department. Stays informed of evolving technology, new standards and regulations related to safety and makes appropriate recommendations to implement improvements.Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene or Business Management or a related field required. Licensure/Certification through the American Society of Safety Professionals, American Hospital Association, Board of Safety Professionals, or other recognized institution in the field of safety and compliance. Experience includes ten (10) years of progressively responsible management experience in safety, life safety, or a related field. Five (5) years of management experience required.