Johannesburg: Safety Officer – Medical Industry posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd
Posted on 2025-05-01 00:00:00
Employer | Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd |
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Category | Other IT/Computer |
Location | Gauteng / Johannesburg |
Job Summary
Please note that this position is based in The Middle East, relocation, accommodation and additional benefits apply.
Our client is a leading healthcare institution dedicated to providing superior medical services to the community. With a commitment to excellence and patient safety, they strive to deliver exceptional care in a safe and nurturing environment. As part of their ongoing efforts to uphold the highest standards of safety and quality, we are seeking a qualified Safety Officer with experience in hospital settings to join their team.
Job Description:
The Safety Officer will play a key role in promoting and maintaining a culture of safety throughout our healthcare facility. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Safety Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety programs and initiatives to mitigate risks, prevent accidents, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This position requires a strong background in healthcare safety practices, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate safety policies, procedures, and protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of the facility to identify potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and non-compliance issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Collaborate with department heads, supervisors, and frontline staff to promote safety awareness, facilitate training programs, and ensure adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, analyzing root causes and contributing factors to develop preventive measures and lessons learned.
- Maintain accurate records of safety-related incidents, inspections, training activities, and compliance documentation.
- Coordinate emergency preparedness and response efforts, including drills, exercises, and communication protocols, to effectively respond to emergencies and ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
- Stay abreast of emerging safety trends, regulations, and technologies in the healthcare industry, providing recommendations for continuous improvement and innovation.
- Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies, accreditation bodies, and other external stakeholders on safety-related matters, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
- Support the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives and patient safety goals to enhance the overall quality of care and patient experience.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Nursing, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare safety management or related field, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting.
- Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA) is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare safety regulations, standards, and guidelines (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and external agencies.
Please note that by submitting your personal information to Deka Minas you free-willingly issue the business consent to make use of such data for the specific purpose of securing you either permanent or temporary employment. Our business makes use of a POPIA compliant database and you have the right to access, right to correction and right to deletion of your personal information.
Company Description
Our client is a private General Hospital located in, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As an accomplishment of its commitment to excellence, our client received the “Diamond” accreditation which is the highest level of recognition for performance excellence that an organization can achieve in health care from Accreditation Canada’s Qmentum International Accreditation.
About us:
Deka Minas is the world’s first subscription based professional services company. Our main lines of business are Human Capital Advisory and Recruitment Services in Sub-Saharan Arica, The Middle East and Southeast Asia.
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