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Safety Specialist

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, St. Joseph
Jan 31, 2026
Job Summary Responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of Life Safety, Reliability and Regulatory standards to facilitate a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Collaborates with leadership to identify and prioritize key patient life safety and quality improvement projects. Will conduct patient/employee life safety investigations utilizing appropriate risk management/quality tools. Essential Functions Conducts periodic site inspections to assess standard and regulatory compliance. Escorts outside agencies on life safety related tours and inspections. Acts as a consultant on organization-wide life safety issues and conditions that interfere with the delivery of safe and effective services. Conducts quarterly Hazard Assessments related to IAQ and construction. Develops and implements policies, procedures and processes that are in alignment with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), State of Michigan, Joint Commission, Office of Inspector General (OIG) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations in conjunction with medical staff within the Corewell Health System. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team and departments and other divisions inside/outside the Health System including, but not limited to government / regulatory agencies, Joint Commission, administration, board members, etc., in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services. Works collaboratively with Human Resources to develop, implement and review life safety /regulatory education and training requirements / programs to meet the needs of staff. Uses and evaluates appropriate resources and facilities to provide orientation and educational activities in a fiscally responsible manner. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related field 2 years of relevant experience related experience Preferred Fire and Life Safety experience in facility and construction fields Proficiency in AutoCAD or comparable design software About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence. How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph Department Name Environment and Life Safety - Corporate Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.