Environmental Health and Safety Associate
Job Description
Location: Stuart, FL
Facilities: Martin Health North
Professional Area: Facilities
Department: 1338 Env Health and Safety Main Campus-Clinical and Operational Improvement
Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated, state-of-the-art medical campus that includes Diagnostic Centers, Outpatient Surgery and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
The Environmental Health and Safety Associate supports a comprehensive environment of care program through close collaboration with the EHS team, Facilities, Infection Prevention, Environmental Services, Clinical Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, nursing departments, laboratory areas, Pharmacy, executive leadership, Accreditation and local Environment of Care committees. This role conducts construction rounds, startup inspections and readiness rounds, evaluates construction permits and reviews SERS and blotter reports while addressing fire safety, hazardous materials and indoor air quality concerns. Responsibilities include completing and documenting inspections, managing hazardous and regulated waste processes, supporting fire drills and annual fire marshal walkthroughs, reviewing industrial hygiene reports, investigating accident reports, addressing root causes and assisting with the closure of OSHA and other regulatory agency findings to ensure ongoing compliance and safety readiness.
A caregiver in this position works Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm with no holidays. Weekend requirements will only occur when needed.
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
403(b) Savings & Investment Plan
Investment Pension Plan (IPP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Discounts
Dental and Vision Plans
Life Insurance and Disability
Responsibilities
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Collect and analyze data to identify adverse trends and high loss potential incidents.
- Conduct site investigations, participate in root cause analyses and corrective action identification, and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
- Conduct classroom and one-on-one or small group training of various EHS topics.
- Perform audits of EHS programs and practices.
Job Requirements
Minimum requirements for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a science, engineering, or safety field; OR, other Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience in an environmental health and safety field or applicable healthcare area
- Valid State driver’s license is required
- Must have own transportation to/from remote job sites
- Minimum 1 year of experience in an environmental health and safety field or applicable healthcare area if Bachelor's degree is not science, engineering, or safety-related
Physical Requirements:
- Typical demands require full body motion including ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to use material handling equipment and climb ladders.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment including respirators.
- Ability to use field equipment, computers, and laboratory equipment.
- Good visual acuity, hearing, and sense of smell.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
