Job Summary
The Facilities Manager is responsible for management of the Plant Operations departments functions in support of the hospital mission, vision, and facility goals. This person will Identify cost-effective systems needed to support the business of the department taking into account business trends, resource availability and changes in customers.
Job Essentials
- The position oversees the hospitals building functionality maintenance and grounds.
- Advanced understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical maintenance methods.
- Conducts loss prevention management, including fire prevention and protection.
- Works with Senior Management in meeting Facility goals to ensure environmental safety and regulatory adherence.
- Provides leadership and consultative services to all departments to ensure environmental safety and comfort to the patients.
- Conducts regular safety inspections and coordinates and negotiates repairs with vendors.
- Supervises maintenance technicians, janitorial staff and other facility personnel, as assigned
- Collaborates with clinicians and other staff in developing and implementing processes to comply with regulatory standards
- Identifies and remedies through continuous customer satisfaction and data and employee involvement
- Acts as the facility safety officer and is responsible for the coordination and supervision of compliance activities for the Environment of Care standards
Behavioral Standards
- Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer's and co-worker's time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
Communication/Knowledge
- Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.
Collaboration/Teamwork
- Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the: Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.
Requirements
Experience
- 8-10 years healthcare or industrial management experience in construction and installation of equipment, utilities and buildings
Education
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Management, Healthcare Administration, Finance or similar; Master's degree preferred
