Safety Spec - McLean Mobile Health Services
 Carle Health | |
 United States, Illinois, Normal | |
| 1304 Franklin Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Mar 12, 2025 | |
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Overview
The Safety Specialist is responsible for safety related activities to ensure a safe environment for employees, patients, and visitors while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulatory and accreditation agencies. The Safety Specialist will conduct safety (Environment of Care) rounds to monitor the physical environment, communicate safety issues with Mobile Health Service Manager, and work to provide solutions with correcting those issues. The Safety Specialist will develop, review, and participate in safety training, present safety in-services, conduct safety surveys, conduct fire drills and appropriate emergency preparedness drills, monitor safety related accidents and conduct follow up investigations in conjunction with the Mobile Health Service Manager. The Safety Specialist is also responsible for being a primary driver for the Mobile Units in McLean County, will assist with driving in all other counties Mobile Service has operations in, and will oversee the driving records of the other mobile unit drivers to ensure that the vehicle is safely operated by a qualified and licensed driver. The Safety Specialist will also participate and assist with maintenance and upkeep on the Mobile Health Clinic vehicle. The Safety Specialist is an integral part of the Mobile Services team and will assist with patient care as staffing requires such as Patient Service Representative (PSR) and Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) services. Once properly trained as a PSR and CMA, this position will coordinate and participate in a variety of duties associated with daily clinic preparation process, patient check in/out, charge posting, patient appointment scheduling, and direct patient care. This employee also maintains department patient care supplies, ensures timely flow of patients, and assists the healthcare team to provide optimal care to patients and families. Conveys a positive image and provides information to ensure patient's needs are met. Qualifications Certifications: , Education: , Work Experience: Responsibilities Maintains ability to drive all Mobile Health Service vehicles safely to and from operational locations, fairs, events, maintenance locations, etc. Maintains all Mobile Health Service Vehicles in all counties and performs vehicle checks and logs, safety stickers, emissions, license plate registration, and insurance cards. Responsible for keeping all vehicles cleaned and serviced, up to date with maintenance and inspections, schedules all needed maintenance and ensures completion. Also maintains knowledge of current and applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and accreditation standards. Conducts regular fire safety and other hazard/emergency surveys of the mobile setting and ensures compliance with all applicable safety measures. Administer medications per the provider order. Administration of immunizations, PPD testing, nebulizer treatments, oral medication administration to patients age 0-150. Provide specialized technical support in annual audits, surveys, periodic evaluations of work environments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Maintain all competencies associated with an ambulatory CMA role, as well as, Mobile Health Clinic specific duties and responsibilities. Conducts analysis of incident date for cause and hazards to health for use by the Safety Committee, Risk Management, and outside agencies. Rooming patients, collecting pertinent information during check in and/or assessment, and complete telephone interactions as directed which include but are not limited to:patients, families, pharmacies, and/or other health care facilities. Develops, reviews, and implements training programs in environmental safety for all employees of Mobile Health Services (in all counties Mobile Services operates) and assists in the review of safe work practices and department specific safety policies. Competent and proficient with coverage and rules that apply to eligibility, network coverage, and benefits. This would include all other competencies specific to an Ambulatory PSR role. Provides the needed education to all employees of Mobile Health Services that will ensure safety on the Mobile Health units during regular operational days. Provides administrative assistance to the Mobile Health Service Manager including but not limited to assisting with telephone calls, insurance/billing, and scheduling. Assist with physical forms, DME forms as assigned, follow up phone calls, patient records, and any office procedures such as obtaining vital signs on patients of all ages including weight, height, blood pressure, pulse ox, heart rate, and respirations. Maintains up to date Emergency Operations Plans for all Mobile Health locations. This includes parking locations, driving routes, Emergent needs including weather, violence, all other safety concerns. Assists Mobile Health Services Leadership with the Vaccines for Children needs and regulations. Will maintain competencies to perform duties as Patient Service Representative that will allow best staffing for Mobile Health Services. Performs health screenings, POC testing, health education, and other medical assistant duties specific to the mobile services setting. Assist with scheduling patients for specific clinic events, helps with patient check in/out procedures, assists with Mobile Health Work Queues, as well as updating client contact information for the mobile service patients. Assists with follow up calls, inventory of supplies, and other administrative reports. Demonstrates a deep understanding and respect for the communities Mobile Health serves. Assist in the set up and tear down of the Mobile Health Clinic including the mobile vehicle, tents, waiting room tables, chairs, and assist with supply management (ordering and restocking). About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $21.87per hour - $36.52per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. | |