SHS-SAFETY SPECIALIST

Description: Positions Location: St. Johns, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Uses professional expertise to identify and mitigate Environment of Care risks to Caregivers, Patients, and visitors. Essential Duties: This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position. * Conducts safety inspections of buildings and grounds on a periodic basis, in keeping with accreditation requirements. Identify hazards and work with area management to correct deficiencies. Maintain database and ensure corrections are completed in a timely fashion. Analyze data and report trends to the Safety Committee for loss prevention and loss control. * Enforces compliance with Sparrow Health System Safety policies, accreditation Performance Standards, MIOSHA.OSHA and regulatory standards, as applicable. * Recommends educational needs identified as a result of inspections. * Assists with delivery of educational programming to Associates. * Serves as liaison between department/site managers and Safety Committee. * Performs mock surveys for Joint Commission readiness. Reports deficiencies to EC Safety Manager. * Oversees annually required chemical inventory and air monitoring program. * Assists in investigating safety-related incidents. * Offers suggestions to ensure continuous improvement in the safety program. * Accepts and performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Safety Director/Manager. * Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow Health System's Customer Service Behavior Standards of Performance by respecting the privacy and confidentiality of those we serve. * Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider and organizational confidentiality procedures and protocol defined under the HIPAA Privacy standards. * Follows established HIPAA privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information. * Maintains and protects patients' rights under the HIPAA Privacy Standards. Job Requirements General Requirements • Healthcare professions requiring licensure in the State of Michigan must have and maintain current licensure. • A certification in safety such as CHSP - preferred. • Certified in Respiratory Fit Testing - preferred. Work Experience • See Education. Education • Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Industrial Hygiene, Healthcare Administration or relevant field and a minimum 2 years of relevant experience; OR Associates Degree in Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Industrial Hygiene, Healthcare Administration or relevant field and minimum 4 years of relevant experience; OR High School Diploma/GED and minimum 6 years of relevant experience Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Strong organizational skills. • Ability to take direction and complete projects on time. • Behavior consistent with Sparrow's values of excellence, service, people, responsibility, innovations and teamwork. • Familiarity with TJC Environment of Care and Life Safety accreditation standards, and safety and environmental regulations. • Ability to communicate effectively with associates at all levels within the organization. • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Location: Sparrow Hospital Activation Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Expiration Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Apply Here

Created: 2026-04-02