Worker's Compensation/Safety Manager
The primary function of this position is to champion and promote occupational health and safety awareness; manage worker's compensation claims, monitor that safety related functions, including risk assessments and training are being satisfactorily completed by Columbine Health Systems' entities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Compliance with Legal Responsibilities
- Assist in compliance with government standardsconcerning safety and health
- Keep OSHA required records on accidents and maintenance
- Verify that all CHS entities are in compliance with OSHA and State safety regulations
- Maintain accurate records and annually report the results of workplace accidents
- Annually review CHS safety policies and safety rules
- Review and update Safety Contingency Plans (Blood borne Pathogens, Hazard Communication etc)
Worker's Compensation
- Oversee claims management for all worker's compensation claims
- Monitor and process worker's compensation bills
- Serve as a liaison between CHS and our third party administrator
Accident Prevention and Investigation
- Coordinate routine safety inspections of CHS entities
- Identify unsafe conditions and practices and help to determine remedies
- Recommend actions to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents and illnesses
- Assist supervisors with accident investigation
Training
- Help to integrate safety into the day-to-day activities of all employees
- Monitor staff safety training - including new employee orientation and general safety training programs