Support Staff - Occupational Health
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Yale New Haven Health
New Haven, CT, US
Summary
The support staff is responsible for performing system-wide respirator fit testing and training for employees. They also maintain accurate records in the electronic medical record system and ensure equipment is properly cleaned and maintained.
Job Description
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Performs fit testing and all related functions system-wide, including education regarding fit, use, maintenance and cleaning of approved respirators. Ensure accuracy of fit testing records in electronic medical record. Maintains liaison relationships with OMWS, Employee Safety, Infection Prevention, Emergency Management and others.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
- 1. Perform Fit testing and training (baseline and annually).
- 2. Instruct employees in the respirators purpose and limitations.
- 3. Instruct employees in the inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of respirators provided.
- 4. Provide employees/managers with Respiratory Questionnaires. Collect completed questionnaires.
- 5. Inspect and Assemble Fit Test and Training Respirators.
- 6. Perform daily QC checks of Fit Testing equipment
- 7. Maintain qualifications for conducting Fit Testing, may be required to train less experienced staff personnel.
- 8. Enter fit testing data into SYSTOC.
- 9. Wash and elastomeric Dry Respirators that have been used in Fit Test and Training
Qualifications
EDUCATION
High School equivalent
EXPERIENCE
2-3 years' experience if respirator fit testing preferred.
LICENSURE
Valid driver's license and ability to drive to all locations in all delivery networks.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Must have demonstrated knowledge of applicable standards. Must have a working knowledge of all types of commonly used respirators, including N95, powered air-purifying respirators (PAPR), and elastomeric masks. Must have demonstrated skill with the following applications: Word, Excel, Experience with using Systoc or a similar EMR if highly desirable. Able to handle stressful situations (such as dissatisfied employees) and be flexible.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Position requires prolonged standing and walking; use of site, hearing and touch; and the ability to transport/carry portable fit testing equipment, respirators, etc. Must be able to lift to a minimum of 40 lbs.
YNHHS Requisition ID
188546
Yale New Haven Health is making it easier for people to access the latest medical treatments, advanced research and innovations through our five outstanding hospitals – Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly – and our affiliation with the prestigious Yale University and its highly-ranked Yale School of Medicine.
Plus, our patients benefit from access to hundreds of dedicated primary care physicians and specialists in Northeast Medical Group and Yale Medicine. We also have advanced clinical relationships with multiple hospitals and numerous outpatient locations throughout the state so you can get the care you need, when you need it.
As one organization, we’re working together to make health care more patient-focused, more accessible and more cost-effective. Some call it personalized medicine. We call it good care.
For more information, check out the YNHHS Web site: www.ynhhs.org
Founded
1996
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New Haven, CT
Yale New Haven Health is making it easier for people to access the latest medical treatments, advanced research and innovations through our five outstanding hospitals – Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly – and our affiliation with the prestigious Yale University and its highly-ranked Yale School of Medicine.
Plus, our patients benefit from access to hundreds of dedicated primary care physicians and specialists in Northeast Medical Group and Yale Medicine. We also have advanced clinical relationships with multiple hospitals and numerous outpatient locations throughout the state so you can get the care you need, when you need it.
As one organization, we’re working together to make health care more patient-focused, more accessible and more cost-effective. Some call it personalized medicine. We call it good care.
For more information, check out the YNHHS Web site: www.ynhhs.org
Founded
1996
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New Haven, CT
