Occup Safety Specialist-Safety and Security
University of Iowa Health Care, department of Safety and Security is seeking an Occupational Safety Specialist to assist the Safety Manager to ensure hospital compliance with state and federal guidelines, conduct job hazard assessments and safety reviews, and provide safety expertise and training to staff.
Position Responsibilities |
Workplace Assessments, Surveys and Inspections
- Support activities of the Occupational Safety Manager
- Conduct inspections/audits in accordance with regulatory and accrediting agencies
- Conduct job hazard assessments and safety reviews
- Advise on corrective actions for institutional compliance
- Communicate significant issues to appropriate authorities
Regulatory Compliance
- Provide support for safety programs to ensure compliance
- Evaluate efficacy of our occupational safety programs (
- Assist with maintaining UI Health Care’s Hazard Communication program and chemical inventories
- Assist with hazardous waste program
- Assist with Lockout/Tagout program
- Assist with Confined Space program
- Assist with hazardous spill plan preparedness and response
- Maintain policies/ procedures for the UI Health Care safety program
- Monitor State and Federal regulations and communicate updates to the Safety Manager
- Participate in regulatory surveys and visits
Exposure Monitoring
- Assist with successful implementation of the UI Health Care exposure program
- Communicate exposure reports to appropriate departments and or regulatory agencies
- Maintain exposure monitoring documentation
Equipment Operations and Maintenance
- Assist in evaluation and acquisition of new equipment
- Assist with process to verify ongoing equipment functionality
- Ensure equipment calibration and documentation is current
- Utilize monitoring equipment and analyzing monitoring data
Safety Training
- Assist with developing safety training material
- Provide Safety training to departments (including the offsite clinics)
- Participate in safety committees as assigned by the Safety Manager
University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Percent of Time: 100%
Location: Main Campus
Pay Grade: 3B
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Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Education Required |
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Physical Science, Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Required Qualifications |
- Knowledge of the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer software applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc)
- Experience with public speaking and communication
Desired Qualifications |
· Knowledge of State and Federal safety regulations
· 1 – 3 years’ experience with occupational or environmental health and safety issues
· Experience with hazardous material handling, storage and disposal
· Knowledge of and experience with hazardous waste handling and disposal
· Experience providing safety training, education, and advising on compliance
· Experience writing and maintaining policies and procedures
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
With additional questions please reach out to ashley-fitzpatrick@uiowa.edu
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
