Health, Safety & Environmental Officer - Radiation (H)

Hospital Safety Officer

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Radiation Control has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Hospital Safety Officer to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Hospital Safety Officer (H) is responsible for ensuring that all Joint Commission guidelines for the Physical Environment of Care standards at the assigned hospital and/or hospital based clinics remain compliant. This includes annual review and completion of the Periodic Performance Review (PPR), which include the following Joint Commission Chapters: Life Safety (LS), Emergency Management (EM), and Environment of Care (EOC).

• Ensures that all Joint Commission guidelines for the EOC, Life Safety, and EM chapters at the hospitals and clinics remain compliant. This includes annual review and completion of the Periodic Performance Review (PPR). 

• Coordinates and oversees all AHCA, CMS, OSHA and all other applicable AHJ standards. 

• Coordinates activities of the management plans within the Environment of care for the hospital and serves as the Safety Officer. Co-chairs EOC Committee with the Director of the EOC Compliance.   

• Provides support to the Director of EOC Compliance, regarding safety improvement efforts.  

• Ensures safety and facility quality control is in compliance with local, federal, state regulations and provide consultations.  

• Reviews and track data provided within the EOC program to make ongoing improvements.    

• Participates in hospital committees as required by the Director of EOC Compliance.  This includes community involvement regarding emergency preparedness and serve as consultant to other departments. 

• Reviews and update policies regarding the EOC, LS, Fire Safety (FS) and EM.     

• Participates in performance improvement and information management activities. Coordinates and participates with multidisciplinary team to conduct ongoing safety tours of clinical and nonclinical areas.  

• Assists in the enforcement of interim life safety plans and infection control risk assessments. 

• Oversees all on-site inspections, assisting inspectors and surveyors in the performance of their duties; provides reports as required in follow-up to surveys, inspections and audits. 

• Ensures issues chosen by the EOC Quality Improvement Committee are monitored and that the results are reported back to that committee. 

• Actively participates in safety management of the EOC Committee; Works with other managers to ensure that the objectives, scope, performance, and effectiveness of each of the EOC management plans are evaluated at least annually based on analysis of incident reports and other information. 

• Uses computer applications or other automated systems, such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email and database software in performing work assignments; May access protected health information (PHI) in accordance with departmental assignments and guidelines defining levels of access (i.e., incidental v. extensive). 

• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures. 

Department Specific Functions

The Haz Mat Safety Officer - Radiation Safety position is essential for ensuring the safety and compliance of radiation practices across all UHealth facilities. Reporting to the Radiation Control Center leadership, this role supports the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and is integral to maintaining radiation safety standards. The incumbent is responsible for providing patient-facing radiation safety services, including surveys, monitoring, training, and compliance with federal and state regulations. This position also plays a critical role in managing hazardous materials and ensuring safe handling practices in radiation environments.

• Radiation Safety Surveys and Monitoring

• Training and Education

• Compliance and Regulatory Oversight

• Hazardous Materials Management

• Incident Response and Investigation

• Collaboration and Communication

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. 

CORE QUALIFICATIONS  

• High School diploma or equivalent 

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience 

• Certified Health Physicist, Radiation Safety Technician is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: 

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. 

• Commitment to the University’s core values. 

• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations. 

• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan. 

• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others. 

• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others. 

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.