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Job TitleEnvironmental Health and Safety Associate

                        

LocationStuart

                    

FacilityMartin Health North

                     

DepartmentEnv Health and Safety Main Campus-Clinical and Operational Improvement

                      

Job Code001642

                     

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Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated, state-of-the-art medical campus that includes Diagnostic Centers, Outpatient Surgery and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.

The Environmental Health and Safety Associate supports a comprehensive environment of care program through close collaboration with the EHS team, Facilities, Infection Prevention, Environmental Services, Clinical Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, nursing departments, laboratory areas, Pharmacy, executive leadership, Accreditation and local Environment of Care committees. This role conducts construction rounds, startup inspections and readiness rounds, evaluates construction permits and reviews SERS and blotter reports while addressing fire safety, hazardous materials and indoor air quality concerns. Responsibilities include completing and documenting inspections, managing hazardous and regulated waste processes, supporting fire drills and annual fire marshal walkthroughs, reviewing industrial hygiene reports, investigating accident reports, addressing root causes and assisting with the closure of OSHA and other regulatory agency findings to ensure ongoing compliance and safety readiness.

A caregiver in this position works Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm with no holidays. Weekend requirements will only occur when needed.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Collect and analyze data to identify adverse trends and high loss potential incidents.Conduct site investigations, participate in root cause analyses and corrective action identification, and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations.Conduct classroom and one-on-one or small group training of various EHS topics.Perform audits of EHS programs and practices.

Minimum requirements for the ideal future caregiver include:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a science, engineering, or safety field; OR, other Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience in an environmental health and safety field or applicable healthcare areaValid State driver’s license is requiredMust have own transportation to/from remote job sitesMinimum 1 year of experience in an environmental health and safety field or applicable healthcare area if Bachelor's degree is not science, engineering, or safety-related

Why You'll Love Working with Us:403(b) Savings & Investment PlanInvestment Pension Plan (IPP) Tuition ReimbursementPaid Time Off (PTO) Employee DiscountsDental and Vision Plans Life Insurance and Disability

Physical Requirements:

Typical demands require full body motion including ability to lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to use material handling equipment and climb ladders.Ability to wear personal protective equipment including respirators.Ability to use field equipment, computers, and laboratory equipment.Good visual acuity, hearing, and sense of smell.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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