Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Baylor Scott & White Health; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Manager of Environment of Care (EC) and Emergency Management (EM) to oversee EC, LS, and EM programs across facilities. Under guidance from the Regional Director, the role develops and implements policies to protect staff, patients, physicians, and visitors from safety risks and ensures compliance with TJC and other regulations.

The manager leads bi‑monthly meetings, coordinates safety assessments, and drives continuous improvement in safety policies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• 2 years of Experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee EC, Life Safety, and EM programs at facilities.
• Lead meetings and promote program through training.
• Identify and mitigate environmental, health, and safety risks.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, TJC, OSHA, CMS, and state regulations.
• Coordinate safety assessments and emergency planning.
• Provide guidance to clinics and BSWH facilities on safety issues.
• Coordinate hazardous materials activities and emergency response.

Skills

Environmental health & safety

Emergency management

Policy development

Training & education

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

Job description

Job Summary

With guidance from the Regional Director, the Manager of Environment of Care (EC) and Emergency Management (EM) uses their education in Safety Engineering, Environmental Management, or Emergency Management. They recommend and monitor policies and procedures that comply with federal, state, local, and The Joint Commission (TJC) regulations. The manager works with their director to develop and implement a program to protect staff, patients, physicians, and visitors from an EC and EM perspective. They also implement process improvements and standardize best practices for their hospital(s).

Essential Functions of the Role

• Provide oversight for the EC, Life Safety (LS), and EM programs at their facilities. Provide leadership and promote the BSWH EC and EM program through training and education.
• Identify, assess, and recommend ways to minimize environmental, health, and safety risks. Conduct bi‑monthly Environment of Care meetings to improve hospital safety.
• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards regarding environmental health and safety.
• Examine Risk Management and Occurrence data and implement appropriate measures to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents and incidents.
• Participate in construction planning meetings. Conduct project inspections to ensure compliance with ILSM, NFPA, and infection control requirements.
• Write, modify, and monitor facility emergency operations plans.
• Provide support, advice, and counsel to clinics and other BSWH facilities on safety and health issues as needed.
• Coordinate hazardous material activities and provide emergency response if needed.
• Perform and coordinate safety assessments of departments and areas to ensure compliance with applicable safety health and safety regulations.
• Perform testing, record‑keeping, training, and monitoring tasks for environmental monitoring necessary to comply with TCEQ and OSHA.

Key Success Factors

• A thorough working knowledge of The Joint Commission EC, LS, and EM standards is needed. This includes NFPA, OSHA, Texas DSHS, CMS, and other regulations.
• The ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• The ability to collaborate with others and achieve high quality results.
• Data‑based and critical thinking skills as well as an ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
• A fundamental knowledge of emergency management concepts and values as they apply to health care facilities.
• The ability to manage projects from beginning to end and drive change through continuous process improvement.
• Proficiency in basic technology and computer skills including Microsoft Office programs.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Qualifications

• Education – Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• Experience – 2 Years of Experience