Plant Operations Director

LifePoint Health

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field (preferred)
  • Proven experience in plant operations within healthcare
  • Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory standards (e.g., HIPAA)
  • Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills
  • Budget planning and financial management expertise
  • Ability to cultivate a collaborative work environment

Responsibilities

  • Direct departmental operations to meet facility objectives
  • Develop and implement strategic plans and departmental goals
  • Evaluate operations for quality and operational excellence
  • Manage staffing activities including recruitment and performance management
  • Prepare and oversee departmental budgets
  • Coordinate internal and external audits for compliance
  • Foster a professional growth-focused work culture

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Supportive organizational culture
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

How you'll contribute 

As Plant Operations Director who excels in this role:

  • Directs departmental operations and resources to achieve organizational and facility objectives.

  • Develops and implements departmental goals, strategic plans, and standards aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.

  • Oversees and evaluates departmental operations, including facility management, service delivery, performance metrics, and issue resolution, to ensure quality and operational excellence.

  • Plans and manages staffing activities, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, disciplinary actions, and professional development.

  • Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, ensuring operations remain within approved financial parameters.

  • Coordinates and leads internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

  • Fosters a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and continuous improvement.

  • Ensures the department supports and contributes to the organization's continuum of care and operational priorities.

  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Serves internal staff and external stakeholders, including patients, clients, contractors, and vendors.

  • Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

  • Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of healthcare regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA).

  • Applies organizational policies and procedures effectively and consistently.

  • Maintains knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.

  • Manages the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work to ensure quality standards. Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance, and administering corrective action for staff.

What we're looking for 

Applicants should have obtained a Bachelor's Degree in related field (preferred). Additional requirements include:

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