Advisor-Environmental Health and Safety

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks an Advisor-Environmental Health and Safety to lead regional clinical and operational teams in advancing infection prevention and control practices. The role provides direction, mentorship, and collaboration with facilities management and cross-functional leaders on regulatory standards.

The Advisor will work with State of Indiana and IU Health leaders on new environmental safety concerns, ensuring evidence-based practices aligned with Joint Commission and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of healthcare experience.
• NFPA Life Safety Specialist, OSHA 10 and 30 hour General Industry certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with Joint Commission, AAAHC, DNV or ISO standards.
• Preference for large system regional infection prevention experience.
• Facilities management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads regional clinical and operational teams to improve infection prevention and control practices.
• Provides direction, mentorship, and oversight for environmental health and safety standards.
• Collaborates with state and IU Health leaders on new environmental safety concerns.

Skills

Healthcare EH&S experience

NFPA Life Safety Specialist

OSHA 10/30 General Industry

Joint Commission/AAAHC/DNV/ISO

Facilities management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience

Job description

Advisor-Environmental Health and Safety

Overview

Advisor-Environmental Health and Safety Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do . Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our ASC Admin team in the role of Advisor-Environmental Health and Safety. The Advisor-Environmental Health and Safety leads regional clinical and operational teams to develop, implement, and execute improved infection prevention and control practices. It assists with established infection prevention and control standards and practices that are evidence-based and consistent with regulatory requirements. The role provides direction, work review, and mentorship, and serves as a resource for regional facilities management, emergency management, and design and construction team members. It also collaborates cross-functionally with State of Indiana and IU Health leaders on new and emerging environmental safety concerns.

Key Relationships

Reports to : Director-Clinical Performance Improvement

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
• Requires 5-7 years of healthcare environmental health and safety experience.
• NFPA Life Safety Specialist, OSHA 10 hour and 30 hour General Industry certifications are required within 6 months of hire.
• Joint Commission, AAAHC, DNV or ISO experience is required.
• Large system regional infection prevention experience is preferred.
• Facilities management experience is preferred.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.