Safety Manager
At the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), we are creating a better state of care, for our communities and our team members at more than 150 locations across Maryland.
UMMS believes all team members are caregivers—and we support our caregivers so they can care for our patients. When you join UMMS, you become part of a highly reliable community of more than 27,000, where your experience is respected, your expertise is recognized, and your passion and curiosity are nurtured. A generous benefits package supports your physical, mental, and financial health through a paid time off plan, comprehensive health coverage, dependent care and tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, wellbeing services and more.
UMMS embraces a just culture where all team members are treated fairly and are empowered to communicate their goals and pursue their full career potential. We are guided by our shared values—compassion, discovery, excellence, diversity and integrity—and we are looking for talented individuals who will embrace those values and help us achieve our mission and vision.
UMMS has been recognized as a top employer nationally and most recently is a recipient of the Forbes’ 2023 America’s Best Large Employers award, as well as Newsweek’s 2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women honors.
Safety Manager
Job ID: REF28894U
Area of Interest: Professionals
Location: Towson,MD US
Hours of Work: m-f
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.
- CO-CHAIRS THE ENVIRONMENT OF CARE COMMITTEE: Plans the agenda, coordinates reports, facilitates discussion and determines action for the Environment of Care (EOC) Committee. Proactively provides information and educates members of current and future issues/regulations/requirements impacting safety in the organization.
- PLANS AND IMPLEMENTS SJMC SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROGRAMS: Evaluates safety plans and program to determine compliance with current regulatory standards and requirements. Investigates and oversees departmental investigations of all reported safety incidents and complaints in a timely manner.
- PROVIDES EDUCATION TO SUPPORT A SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Plans and presents initial orientation and annual updates for continuing employee education. Provides continuous education through hazard surveillance rounds and other safety activities to improve staff knowledge and response to safety issues.
- 4 years/Bachelor’s Degree (Required)
- Master’s Degree (Preferred)
- Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (Preferred)
- Certified Safety Professional (Preferred)
- 2-4 years experience (Required)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.