Entry Level Patient Safety Coordinator Jobs
New grad patient safety coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or clinical rotation experience can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are Construction & Real Estate, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing roles with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, with employers like Cintas, Rosendin Electric, and TikTok hiring at this level now.
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POSITION TITLE: Safety Coordinator, First & Second Shift
EFFECTIVE DATE: November 09, 2026
REPORTS TO: Safety Manager
LOCATION: Raeford, NC
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
STATUS: Exempt
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Work with Health and Safety (HS) Supervisor and plant team leaders (Supervisors, Lead Techs and Union Safety Representatives), to help drive progress with company-wide safety initiatives as well as policies, procedures, and program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with new hire safety orientation.
- Assist with HS training development.
- Conducting audits of HS programs and plant inspections.
- Assist Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs) for various machinery and tasks throughout the facility. Inspects facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety and health regulation compliance.
- Participate and recommend improvements for the facility as necessary.
- Provides expert guidance on best practices for identifying and reducing exposure to dangerous conditions.
- Hands-on safety problem-solving and risk mitigation.
- Strong presence on the plant floor. Tours the facility and communicates with workers to identify safety risks and concerns.
- Adopt a proactive approach to providing a safe working environment; provides training and guidance to employees via safety bulletins, documentation, and training meetings.
- Assist with incident investigations and follow-up with required corrective action.
- Input near-hit data and injury data.
- Assist in incident investigations and 5-Why Analysis track corrective actions to completion.
- Maintains knowledge of hazard prevention and safety best practices, equipment, and developments.
- All other duties as assigned.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Relationships are generally intra-organizational, interacting with supervisors and personnel. Creating the interface between departments allowing for the coordination and execution of production requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to identify unsafe situations or potentially unsafe situations.
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles and health and safety laws.
- Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Troubleshooting capability required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field required.
- Or equivalent five years of experience as a Safety Engineer.
- At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Previous work in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Certified Safety Professional status preferred.
PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS
Ability to lift 60 lbs., work in extreme hot and cold weather, must stand for long periods of time, will be exposed to loud noise levels, operate hand and power tools for long periods of time. Work in an environment with dirt, grease, and dust. Manual dexterity to operate specialized equipment. Ability to hear telephone conversations and speak clearly. May need a high level of concentration in a busy area.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Monday through Friday and on-call is required. Shift, weekend, and overtime as required.
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the position.
POSITION TITLE: Safety Coordinator, First & Second Shift
EFFECTIVE DATE: November 09, 2026
REPORTS TO: Safety Manager
LOCATION: Raeford, NC
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
STATUS: Exempt
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Work with Health and Safety (HS) Supervisor and plant team leaders (Supervisors, Lead Techs and Union Safety Representatives), to help drive progress with company-wide safety initiatives as well as policies, procedures, and program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with new hire safety orientation.
- Assist with HS training development.
- Conducting audits of HS programs and plant inspections.
- Assist Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs) for various machinery and tasks throughout the facility. Inspects facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety and health regulation compliance.
- Participate and recommend improvements for the facility as necessary.
- Provides expert guidance on best practices for identifying and reducing exposure to dangerous conditions.
- Hands-on safety problem-solving and risk mitigation.
- Strong presence on the plant floor. Tours the facility and communicates with workers to identify safety risks and concerns.
- Adopt a proactive approach to providing a safe working environment; provides training and guidance to employees via safety bulletins, documentation, and training meetings.
- Assist with incident investigations and follow-up with required corrective action.
- Input near-hit data and injury data.
- Assist in incident investigations and 5-Why Analysis track corrective actions to completion.
- Maintains knowledge of hazard prevention and safety best practices, equipment, and developments.
- All other duties as assigned.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Relationships are generally intra-organizational, interacting with supervisors and personnel. Creating the interface between departments allowing for the coordination and execution of production requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to identify unsafe situations or potentially unsafe situations.
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering principles and health and safety laws.
- Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Troubleshooting capability required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field required.
- Or equivalent five years of experience as a Safety Engineer.
- At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Previous work in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Certified Safety Professional status preferred.
PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS
Ability to lift 60 lbs., work in extreme hot and cold weather, must stand for long periods of time, will be exposed to loud noise levels, operate hand and power tools for long periods of time. Work in an environment with dirt, grease, and dust. Manual dexterity to operate specialized equipment. Ability to hear telephone conversations and speak clearly. May need a high level of concentration in a busy area.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Monday through Friday and on-call is required. Shift, weekend, and overtime as required.
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the position.
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- Cintas33
- Rosendin Electric11
- TikTok6
- Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction6
- Cleveland-Cliffs5
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- Construction & Real Estate32
- Healthcare & Medical Services26
- Manufacturing24
- Technology & Software21
- Energy19
Entry Level Patient Safety Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level patient safety coordinator job?
Employers hiring at the entry level typically look for a healthcare-related degree, familiarity with incident reporting systems, and exposure to quality improvement or risk management through coursework or internships. Certifications like the Certified Professional in Patient Safety can strengthen a junior candidate's application. Highlighting any clinical rotation, practicum, or volunteer work in a healthcare setting gives you a concrete edge over candidates with only classroom experience.
Which companies hire entry level patient safety coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level patient safety coordinators right now include Cintas, Rosendin Electric, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes primarily from hospital systems, regional health networks, and long-term care organizations building out their patient safety and quality teams.
Are there remote entry level patient safety coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of the role. About 17% of entry level patient safety coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates open to on-site work will see the widest range of opportunities, particularly at hospitals and clinical facilities.
Are these new grad patient safety coordinator jobs?
Yes, many of the listings here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no prior experience in the field. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience and may count internships, clinical rotations, or a strong academic project in healthcare quality or risk management in place of full-time work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level patient safety coordinators?
Entry Level patient safety coordinator roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because regulatory requirements around patient safety reporting, accreditation, and quality benchmarking create ongoing demand for coordinators even in organizations building their programs from the ground up.