Stanford Medicine Children's Health
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Stanford Medicine Children's Health, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Job ID: LP_00026585-1277
Job Summary Reporting to the Manager – EH&S, the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist determines the existence of possible health hazards (both medical and bio‑hazard) and takes steps to correct them. The role monitors health and safety conditions as well as how the hospital handles medical and bio‑hazard waste management, provides EH&S leadership, develops proactive approaches to safety, conducts employee safety training, and implements EH&S training projects to protect people, products and the environment from injury, risk or economic loss. The specialist keeps facilities up to government standards and is aware of all areas in which health or safety problems are likely to arise, developing plans to help employees reduce violations. They are familiar with current government and industry regulations and provide subject‑matter expertise regarding state and federal regulations and best practices. The role works as a team member within the HAZMAT response team, maintains Hazard Communications – MSDS, manages recycling and universal waste programs, conducts fire drills and emergency evacuations, participates in incident analysis to identify root cause and recommends effective preventive corrective actions, and conducts program and policy reviews to recommend improvements.
Essential Functions Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.
Leads by example through maintaining and requiring a high level of compliance with health and safety policies, standards and regulations.
Actively promotes safety and health awareness to hospital and contract employees through training, safety‑environmental rounds, EH&S audits and site inspections.
Ensures compliance with applicable occupational health and safety regulations, laws, policies and procedures. Actively participates in, supports, and promotes health and safety initiatives.
Ensures all unplanned, off‑site discharge of hazardous materials and wastes are immediately reported internally and managed per hospital's policy and procedures including post‑incident risk management.
Manages medical and bio‑hazard wastes per regulations.
Ensures that all incidents are promptly and correctly reported, investigated, and effective measures are taken to prevent reoccurrence.
Manages universal waste and recycling programs.
Maintains hazard communications including MSDS records.
Conducts fire drills / emergency evacuations.
Provides support and advice to all site personnel in meeting their environmental objectives.
Coaches and mentors employees, contractors and other EH&S staff in adequate risk assessments and hazard management processes.
Participates in regulatory, risk assessment and HAZMAT response teams.
Provides regulatory information to internal and external customers.
Maintains storage and retrieval of regulatory records.
Tracks emerging regulations and communicates the potential impact to appropriate personnel.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education : High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience : 5‑7 years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience directly involved with management and compliance of health and safety programs in the healthcare industry.
License/Certification : None
KNOWLEDGE
Ability to apply safety policies and procedures.
Strong interpersonal, communication, training and influencing skills.
Good organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work within a diverse work environment and assist in compliance with safety regulations.
Knowledge of chemical synthesis of products and chemical control regulations.
Knowledge of OSHA 1910/1911.
Knowledge of health regulations and/or occupational/industrial health.
Skills in hazardous materials management, "community right to know", hazard recognition and risk management.
Physical Requirements The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Additional Information Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $45.98 to $60.96
EEO Statement Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Summary Reporting to the Manager – EH&S, the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist determines the existence of possible health hazards (both medical and bio‑hazard) and takes steps to correct them. The role monitors health and safety conditions as well as how the hospital handles medical and bio‑hazard waste management, provides EH&S leadership, develops proactive approaches to safety, conducts employee safety training, and implements EH&S training projects to protect people, products and the environment from injury, risk or economic loss. The specialist keeps facilities up to government standards and is aware of all areas in which health or safety problems are likely to arise, developing plans to help employees reduce violations. They are familiar with current government and industry regulations and provide subject‑matter expertise regarding state and federal regulations and best practices. The role works as a team member within the HAZMAT response team, maintains Hazard Communications – MSDS, manages recycling and universal waste programs, conducts fire drills and emergency evacuations, participates in incident analysis to identify root cause and recommends effective preventive corrective actions, and conducts program and policy reviews to recommend improvements.
Essential Functions Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.
Leads by example through maintaining and requiring a high level of compliance with health and safety policies, standards and regulations.
Actively promotes safety and health awareness to hospital and contract employees through training, safety‑environmental rounds, EH&S audits and site inspections.
Ensures compliance with applicable occupational health and safety regulations, laws, policies and procedures. Actively participates in, supports, and promotes health and safety initiatives.
Ensures all unplanned, off‑site discharge of hazardous materials and wastes are immediately reported internally and managed per hospital's policy and procedures including post‑incident risk management.
Manages medical and bio‑hazard wastes per regulations.
Ensures that all incidents are promptly and correctly reported, investigated, and effective measures are taken to prevent reoccurrence.
Manages universal waste and recycling programs.
Maintains hazard communications including MSDS records.
Conducts fire drills / emergency evacuations.
Provides support and advice to all site personnel in meeting their environmental objectives.
Coaches and mentors employees, contractors and other EH&S staff in adequate risk assessments and hazard management processes.
Participates in regulatory, risk assessment and HAZMAT response teams.
Provides regulatory information to internal and external customers.
Maintains storage and retrieval of regulatory records.
Tracks emerging regulations and communicates the potential impact to appropriate personnel.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education : High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience : 5‑7 years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience directly involved with management and compliance of health and safety programs in the healthcare industry.
License/Certification : None
KNOWLEDGE
Ability to apply safety policies and procedures.
Strong interpersonal, communication, training and influencing skills.
Good organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work within a diverse work environment and assist in compliance with safety regulations.
Knowledge of chemical synthesis of products and chemical control regulations.
Knowledge of OSHA 1910/1911.
Knowledge of health regulations and/or occupational/industrial health.
Skills in hazardous materials management, "community right to know", hazard recognition and risk management.
Physical Requirements The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Additional Information Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $45.98 to $60.96
EEO Statement Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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