Safety Tech, Environmental - La Jolla

This is a full-time benefit eligible position with a varied shift located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. This position is primarily Monday-Friday roughly 0700 - 1530, however there are times where the tech comes in after hours to do a fire drill or air handler inspection.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:

• #5 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2023
• #78 in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care
• #95 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024
• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.

The Safety Tech, Environmental serves as an internal resource on environmental-safety-related matters. Assists Environmental Safety Officer in the maintenance of systems and programs to assure a comprehensive Workplace Safety and Environment of Care management program as outlined in the standards found within The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory guidelines regarding environmental safety aspects related to healthcare settings within the State of California. Serves as a member of the site Environmental Health & Safety Committee and Emergency Management Committee. Educates staff on safe working practices and safety-related issues. The Safety Technician also serves as the assistant to the Safety Officer. With oversite by the Safety Officer, the Safety Technician's primary functions include scheduling, facilitating, assessing, and documenting Fire Drills, Environmental Tours, and construction related ICRA.

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

• 3 or more years' experience in clinical environment and/or acute care healthcare setting in an environmental safety program position and/or support role within the environmental safety community.
• Must have a basic knowledge of safety, environmental regulations, hazardous material management and communication.
• Must have strong clerical skills.
• If employee is required to drive a company vehicle as part of their duties an active CA Drivers license would be required.

Required Certification/Registration:

• Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) or within 1 year of hire.
  

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• Knowledge of healthcare construction safety and associated standards, including but not limited to TJC Standards, NFPA, OSHA (Cal-OSHA), occupational health and infection control.