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How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Various (United States of America)Job Summary:
Assists and advises the Safety Manager on all fire and safety concerns on Augusta University Health property. Providesliaison to local fire department, safety personnel and inspectors. Ensures life safety measures are in place and enforced.Maintains documentation on inspections and provides reports as required by management and appropriate committees.Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Conducts emergency drills and procedures: Code Red drills (All shifts); fire compartments; evacuation plans.Practices safe work procedures. Assists Fire Department and/or First Responders. Teaches/trains staff onemergency procedures: inservice on Code Red drills. Speaks on hospital policies and procedures atevents/orientations.Maintains appropriate safety documentation and testing records: EOC trending information; all waterintrusion/air quality reports; chemial spills; Code Red activations; all fire protection documentation (fireextinguishers); SDS records and updates as needed; safety inspecton records of all construction sites.Complies with safety and training policies and procedures: attends required monthly OSHA section safetymeetings. Attends annual safety trainings and updates. Provides training to departments for fire prevention,hazardous waste, and safety related items. Practices safe work habits and follows procedures. Encouragesand promotes a safe working environment.Hazardous Waste Management: collects, transports, and stores chemical waste. Collects batteries, mercurylamps, and materials used in clean up for waste disposal/recycle. Reviews and signs waste manifest forwaste collection.Conducts inspections: eyewash stations, emergency lights, safety showers, elevators, and mechanicalrooms. Environmental of Care Rounding: PICR, ICRA, ISLM, contruction weekly inspections. Conducts safetysurveys and lab inspections. Checks decontamination equipment and tank.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.Required Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma General or GED General or Associates Other-Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.- GADL - Georgia Driver's License or VSDL - Valid State Driver's License
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
DOT Hazardous, RCRA, Hazwoper, OSHA Upon Hire PreferredRequired Minimum Experience:
Minimum 1 year healthcare setting, similar safety role, law enforcement or military. Required orMinimum 3 years similar safety role in healthcare setting. PreferredRequired Minimum Skills:
Experience in fire safetyGood communication skillsExperience in chemical handling and disposalJoin us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
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