Joel G. Pitts
Norfolk
Summary
Employment within the Healthcare field that encourages continued growth and professional development.
Diligent Emergency Manager with solid background in coordinating diverse projects from inception to completion. Successfully supported cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables. Demonstrated effective communication and organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator Emergency Management/Safety
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Assess hazards and prepare plans to respond to emergencies and disasters in order to minimize risk to people and property
- Meet with public safety officials, private companies, and the public regarding emergency response plans
- Organize emergency response training for staff, volunteers, and other responders
- Coordinate the sharing of resources and equipment within and across communities to assist in responding to an emergency
- Analyze and prepare damage assessments following disasters or emergencies
- Review emergency plans of individual organizations, such as medical facilities, to ensure their adequacy
- Apply for federal funding for emergency management planning, responses, and recovery, and report on the use of funds allocated
- Review local emergency operations plans and revise them if necessary
- Maintain facilities used during emergency operations
Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
Sentara Health
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Collaborated with regulatory agencies during audits, demonstrating compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, effectively mitigating damage and ensuring employee safety.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA standards by reviewing policies and procedures, updating documentation as needed.
- Assisted management in developing annual safety goals, monitoring progress towards achieving objectives.
- Minimized environmental impact by implementing waste reduction initiatives and promoting sustainable practices.
Environmental Services Manager/ Emergency Manager
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental considerations into daily operations and long-term planning efforts.
- Developed comprehensive waste minimization plans that included reducing, reusing, and recycling options, which ultimately decreased overall waste generated by the facility.
- Established a culture of sustainability within the workplace by fostering employee involvement in green initiatives, leading to reduced energy consumption.
- Managed regulatory compliance for all environmental permits, ensuring timely reporting and adherence to state and federal requirements.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Trained Team on DNV, OSHA, AHA standards
- Managed the Ebola Unit for staffing, PPE, drills
- Government compliance.
- Conducted site safety surveys and reported back to Staff of findings.
- Managed the Life Safety Survey Team
- Assisted Staff with injury trending and developing an action plan.
- Maintained Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
- Design and Conducted Emergency Response Drills
- Worked with Local, State and Federal Governments on area Preparedness.
Safety/Emergency Manager
Smithfield Foods, Inc
07.2003 - 10.2010
- Coordinated multi-agency responses for effective disaster relief during major incidents.
- Ensured constant readiness by maintaining a well-stocked inventory of essential supplies and equipment needed for disaster response.
- Developed tailored training programs for first responders and emergency management staff, increasing overall proficiency in handling emergencies.
- Improved community resilience by conducting public awareness campaigns on emergency preparedness measures.
- Implemented incident command system protocols to establish clear lines of authority during crisis situations.
- Streamlined communication channels with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure timely information sharing and collaboration.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and vulnerabilities in the community.
- Coordinate Safety Training needs for employees based on evaluation of losses, legal requirements, and corporate direction.
- Conduct and document facility Life safety audits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards and regulatory requirements also tracking of recommendations until completed.
- Ensure facilities meet all Safety and Regulatory Policies prescribed by the Company Policy and Control Manual, Corporate Safety Manual and Governmental Regulatory Agencies (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.)
- Assist facility management in obtaining accident reduction goals.
- Managed 15 Safety specialists across 3 states to reduce injuries.
Education
A.A.S. - Fire Science
Tidewater Community College
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project coordination
- Time management
- Detail-oriented
- Flexible and adaptable
- Customer service
Certification
- Sentara Leadership Advance Program
- Certified Hospital Emergency Coordinator Level I and II
- Basic Designated Infection Control Officer Training
- Sentara Foundations Track 1
- Sentara Foundations Track 2
- ISO 9001:2008 Internal Auditor Training
- Fire Officer I
- Incident Commander-Supervisor Training
- OSHA General Industry 10- and 30-Hour Instructor
- IS-111 Livestock in Disaster (DHS)
- IS-100, 200, 700, 800 (DHS)
- IS-700 National Incident Management System (DHS)
- IS-800 National Response Framework (DSH)
Hobbies and Interests
- Boating
- Bowling
- Fishing
Timeline
Project Coordinator Emergency Management/Safety
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
Sentara Health
11.2020 - 06.2023
Environmental Services Manager/ Emergency Manager
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2020
Safety/Emergency Manager
Smithfield Foods, Inc
07.2003 - 10.2010
A.A.S. - Fire Science
Tidewater Community College
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