Job Posting
Safety and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator (Full-Time) - Plant Operations
We are pleased that you are exploring employment opportunities with Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC). AVRMC is located in La Junta, Colorado, just east of the Rocky Mountains. We provide a range of services and serve the Southeastern Region. We are looking for compassionate, ambitious, and talented professionals to join our team. We hope that you will join our mission to provide extraordinary care. Applicants may apply online through our website: www.avrmc.org. All applications may also be emailed to hr@avrmc.org. Thank you for your interest in AVRMC!
Job Summary:
- SAFETY MANAGEMENT
• Coordinate and maintain the hospital Safety Management Program, including safety plans, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct routine environmental rounds, safety inspections, and risk assessments; document findings and track corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Facilities, Nursing, and leadership to address life safety, fire safety, utility management, hazardous materials, and workplace safety issues.
• Support OSHA compliance efforts, including bloodborne pathogens, hazard communication, and workplace injury prevention.
• Participate in safety committees and support incident reporting, trending, and analysis.
- EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & PLANNING
• Develop, maintain, and annually update the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Hazard Vulnerability Analysis (HVA), and related emergency preparedness policies.
• Ensure compliance with CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule, state regulations, and accreditation standards, as applicable.
• Coordinate continuity of operations planning (COOP) and business continuity activities.
• Maintain all-hazards response plans, including natural disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, mass casualty incidents, utility failures, cybersecurity events, and workplace violence.
- TRAINING, DRILLS & EXERCISES
• Coordinate safety and emergency preparedness training for all hospital staff.
• Plan, conduct, and document required emergency preparedness exercises.
• Complete after-action reports and improvement plans; track corrective actions through resolution.
- INCIDENT RESPONSE & COORDINATION
• Serve as a key participant in the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) during drills and real events.
• Assist with incident command activation, documentation, and communication during emergencies.
• Act as a liaison with local emergency management agencies, public health departments, EMS, fire services, and law enforcement.
• Support post-incident reviews and corrective action planning.
- DOCUMENTATION & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
• Maintain required safety and emergency preparedness documentation, records, and reports.
• Prepare for and support regulatory surveys, audits, and inspections, including CMS and state reviews.
• Monitor regulatory changes related to safety and emergency preparedness and assist with implementation.
- COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION
• Partner with Nursing, Facilities, Infection Prevention, IT, Human Resources, and leadership to integrate safety and preparedness across departments.
• Participate in regional healthcare coalitions and community emergency preparedness meetings.
• Support emergency communication processes, including staff notification systems and patient and family communications.
- ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with risk management, security, and workplace violence prevention initiatives.
• Support emergency preparedness grants or funding opportunities when applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital operations.
Skill/Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Safety, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in healthcare safety, emergency management, risk management, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of CMS Emergency Preparedness requirements and OSHA regulations.
• Familiarity with the Incident Command System (ICS) and Hospital Incident Command System (HICS).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a hospital or Critical Access Hospital setting.
• FEMA certifications including ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800, or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• Certification in healthcare safety or emergency preparedness, including CHSP, CHEP, CEM, or equivalent.
• Experience conducting safety rounds, drills, and after-action reporting.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits package in a progressive environment.
BENEFITS
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life Insurance and short-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Loan Repayment: AVRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Family & Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI): AVRMC participates in the Colorado FAMLI program, which provides up to 12-16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events.
• Identity Theft benefits
• Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Gym membership discount
• Employee Assistant Program through United Healthcare and Principal
• 401K retirement plan options (immediately available), Employer-matching after 1 year of service.
• Rewards and Recognitions
• Employee wellness programs
• Annual salary increase opportunity
• Cafeteria meal discount
• Generous paid time off
• Shift differentials
All applicants must visit our website at www.avrmc.org for an application and more information.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Hourly Wage: $28.80 - $43.20 per/hour
Ref Code: 8061.119161.001
Contact Information
Human Resources
1100 Carson Ave
La Junta, CO 81050
Email: hr@avrmc.org
Phone: 719-383-6060
Fax: 719-383-6062
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