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Angela Sebastian

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Dynamic Safety Manager with a proven track record at Strive Pharmacy, excelling in EHS strategy development and regulatory compliance. Achieved zero OSHA citations through proactive harm reduction strategies and effective communication. Expert in risk assessment and fostering a culture of safety, driving significant improvements in workplace safety and operational excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

Strive Pharmacy
Mesa, AZ
09.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded design and implementation of comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) strategy across multi-state operations.
  • Established organizational safety framework compliant with OSHA, NFPA, USP 800, and IBC standards.
  • Conducted system-wide safety audits, integrating hazard identification in sterile labs and production facilities.
  • Managed national Workers’ Compensation Program, enhancing return-to-work strategies and achieving over $60,000 in savings.
  • Avoided over $80,000 in OSHA fines through proactive compliance strategies and direct regulator engagement.
  • Standardized respiratory protection protocols, overseeing fit testing and training for respirator usage.
  • Served as trusted advisor to executive leadership, aligning safety performance with business strategy.

Caregiver

Personal Family Caregiver
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided full-time care for elderly family member with complex health needs.
  • Administered medications and coordinated healthcare appointments to ensure timely treatment.
  • Managed daily activities including meal planning, hygiene assistance, and mobility support.
  • Acted as liaison between family and medical professionals to advocate for patient needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to health status changes.
  • Maintained organized medical records, prescriptions, and provider instructions.

Safety Manager

Town of Gilbert
Gilbert, AZ
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Led enterprise-wide safety, emergency preparedness, and workers' compensation initiatives for over 2,100 personnel in municipal government.
  • Provided strategic direction for occupational safety and emergency management across all departments.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive safety programs compliant with OSHA and ICA regulations, enhancing workplace culture and injury prevention.
  • Directed multi-agency emergency preparedness planning, including fire drills, tabletop exercises, and action plans to bolster organizational resilience.
  • Revitalized Safety Committees to promote employee engagement and interdepartmental collaboration in safety performance.
  • Oversaw full lifecycle of workers' compensation administration, managing injury cases and coordinating return-to-work processes.
  • Conducted risk assessments and facility inspections, delivering executive reports to mitigate safety risks effectively.
  • Collaborated with department heads and legal counsel to integrate safety initiatives with broader operational risk management goals.

Safety Administrator

Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community
Mesa, AZ
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided strategic leadership and oversight for environmental health and occupational safety programs across all Public Works divisions.
  • Led risk management initiatives by conducting Job Hazard Analyses, safety audits, and field inspections for high-hazard operations.
  • Managed incident investigations and serious injury cases, facilitating root cause analysis to develop preventive strategies.
  • Administered workers' compensation program, including injury tracking, claims coordination, and return-to-work processes.
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts as Safety Officer in the Incident Command Structure during critical events.
  • Developed targeted safety communications and training for field teams on equipment handling and vehicle safety.
  • Conducted program evaluations and implemented improvements to enhance compliance with OSHA and DOT standards.
  • Cultivated a safety-first culture through newsletters, toolbox talks, and department-wide engagement initiatives.

Service Unit Sanitarian

Indian Health Services
Fort Defiance, AZ
10.2019 - 07.2022
  • Directed multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and EPA standards across regions.
  • Influenced safety strategy in healthcare, education, tribal, and commercial settings through executive leadership.
  • Conducted large-scale environmental risk assessments in hospitals and schools, improving regional health outcomes.
  • Spearheaded regional Environment of Care initiatives to enhance preparedness through mock surveys and audits.

Safety Officer

San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation
Peridot, AZ
11.2018 - 09.2019
  • Oversaw Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) functions across organization.
  • Successfully led organization through Joint Commission and OSHA audits with zero findings.
  • Directed development and enforcement of safety programs aligned with Joint Commission, OSHA, NFPA, and CMS standards.
  • Advised CEO and Board on risk mitigation and emergency response planning to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Chaired Safety Committee to identify risks and drive corrective action plans with measurable outcomes.
  • Championed cross-functional collaboration to promote safety culture and high-reliability practices.
  • Managed hazardous materials programs ensuring compliance with handling, storage, and disposal regulations.
  • Analyzed incident trends to develop proactive policies and training for risk reduction.

System Ambulatory Risk & Safety Manager

SCL Health
Broomfield, CO
12.2015 - 06.2018
  • Directed safety and risk strategy across 120+ clinics in a multistate network.
  • Spearheaded creation of safety training programs, increasing event reporting by 20%.
  • Led development of Joint Commission-compliant risk audit framework for regulatory compliance.
  • Established Ambulatory Safety Committee to standardize risk protocols organization-wide.
  • Integrated High Reliability Organization principles across all ambulatory sites to enhance safety maturity.
  • Oversaw Serious Safety Event investigations, reducing adverse events and improving patient outcomes.
  • Developed policies on critical care issues, ensuring compliance and patient-centered practices.
  • Contributed strategic insights to Ambulatory Quality and Emergency Management Committees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Master of Science - Public Health

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • EHS strategy development
  • OSHA compliance
  • Workers' compensation management
  • Risk assessment
  • Safety training programs
  • Environmental health regulations
  • Incident investigation
  • Emergency preparedness planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Regulatory reporting
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability to change
  • Data analysis
  • Health & safety leadership
  • Training program development
  • Emergency response planning
  • Safety inspections
  • Safety audits
  • Creating safety programs
  • Compliance management
  • Hazard identification
  • Incident response
  • Policy development
  • Accident investigation

Certification

  • 30 hr. General Industry Safety Certification | OSHA
  • 30 hr. Construction Safety Certification | OSHA
  • OSHA 511 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry | UCSD
  • OSHA 7505 - Introduction to Incident (Accident) Investigation | UCSD
  • NFPA 101, Life Safety Code Essentials for Health Care Occupancies Training | NFPA
  • NFPA 99, Healthcare Facilities Code Training | NFPA
  • Introduction to the Incident Command System | FEMA
  • Applying ICS to Healthcare Organizations | FEMA
  • National Incident Management Systems | FEMA
  • U.S. Department of Homeland Security Center for Domestic Preparedness | Integrated Capstone event and FEMA Healthcare Leadership for Mass Casualty Incidents | FEMA
  • Life Safety Chapter Training | Joint Commission
  • Environment of Care Base Camp Training | Joint Commission
  • Advanced Forum in Health Risk Management | ASHRM
  • Essentials in Health Risk Management and Applications in Health Risk Management | ASHRM

Timeline

Safety Manager

Strive Pharmacy
09.2024 - Current

Caregiver

Personal Family Caregiver
03.2024 - 08.2024

Safety Manager

Town of Gilbert
01.2023 - 02.2024

Safety Administrator

Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community
07.2022 - 01.2023

Service Unit Sanitarian

Indian Health Services
10.2019 - 07.2022

Safety Officer

San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation
11.2018 - 09.2019

System Ambulatory Risk & Safety Manager

SCL Health
12.2015 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition

Arizona State University

Master of Science - Public Health

Grand Canyon University

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