Director of plant operations job description

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and/or completing all activities of the Plant Operations Department which are necessary in maintaining the physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utility systems and grounds of the hospital in an operative and safe working condition. Responsible for maintaining performance improvement activities within the Plant Operations Department and ensuring Joint Commission preparedness to comply with Environment of Care and Life Safety requirements. Also oversees the Environmental Services (Housekeeping) Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:




Develops and recommends departmental policies and procedures.
Develops programs to ensure departmental effectiveness.
Monitors existing policies, procedures and programs for effectiveness.
Develops, implements, administers and modifies programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment of the hospital through effective utilization of personnel and materials.
Maintains required documentation for state, federal and other regulatory agencies.
Develops and determines priorities and monitors status of special projects on an ongoing basis.
Assures complete and proper logging of files and records and required cost computation of time spent, materials and supplies used for each completed requisition or work order.
Inspects building and grounds to ensure conformance with established standards and regulations.
Establishes preventive maintenance schedules and prioritizes repair and maintenance work to minimize disruption of hospital operations.
Directs and maintains plant engineering functions of the hospital. Develops systems to control the efficient and effective use of all utilities.
Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the functions and activities of facilities management and engineering, loss prevention management and telecommunications.
Assigns individual tasks, requisitions, supplies and equipment and oversees training.
Plans for and oversees major repairs, renovations, and new construction. Serves as the liaison between hospital and contractor during construction phasing and implementation.
Interprets blueprints, works from sketches or verbal instructions.
Develops budget for the unit and allocates funds within budget limit to accomplish objectives. Monitors variance against budget on an ongoing basis.
Participates in hospital/medical staff committee meetings as requested. Attends and serves on professional/civic organizations as hospital representative.
Directs the preparation and maintenance of department reports. Prepares periodic reports for management, as required.
Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
Develops, implements and monitors the hospital wide safety program.
Is strategically involved in safety education and continuing education of all employees and training.
Works closely with each facility department in safety management and development of departmental safety programs.
Updates and maintains accurate safety management policies and procedures for the hospital.
Has operational involvement in environmental rounding.
Compiles and is involved in gathering and reporting accident and incident information.
Prepares reports of hospital safety management activities to the Quality Council.
Acts as the Safety Officer with the responsibility to act in the event of emergency and to disseminate whatever action needed to effect immediate corrections for life threatening conditions.
Other duties as assigned.




Qualifications




One (1) year certificate from college or technical school; or 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of utility systems management.
Experience in hospital operations and Joint Commission preparedness highly preferred.
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic computer knowledge.

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island in North Smithfield, Rhode Island is a joint venture between Kindred Healthcare and Landmark Medical Center. Many of the patients we serve have experienced stroke, brain and spinal-cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions requiring inpatient rehabilitative services. Our goal is to help patients achieve their highest level of recovery with a goal of returning home as soon as able.

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and/or completing all activities of the Plant Operations Department which are necessary in maintaining the physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utility systems and grounds of the hospital in an operative and safe working condition. Responsible for maintaining performance improvement activities within the Plant Operations Department and ensuring Joint Commission preparedness to comply with Environment of Care and Life Safety requirements. Also oversees the Environmental Services Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Develops and recommends departmental policies and procedures.
* Develops programs to ensure departmental effectiveness.
* Monitors existing policies, procedures and programs for effectiveness.
* Develops, implements, administers and modifies programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment of the hospital through effective utilization of personnel and materials.
* Maintains required documentation for state, federal and other regulatory agencies.
* Develops and determines priorities and monitors status of special projects on an ongoing basis.
* Assures complete and proper logging of files and records and required cost computation of time spent, materials and supplies used for each completed requisition or work order.
* Inspects building and grounds to ensure conformance with established standards and regulations.
* Establishes preventive maintenance schedules and prioritizes repair and maintenance work to minimize disruption of hospital operations.
* Directs and maintains plant engineering functions of the hospital. Develops systems to control the efficient and effective use of all utilities.
* Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the functions and activities of facilities management and engineering, loss prevention management and telecommunications.
* Assigns individual tasks, requisitions, supplies and equipment and oversees training.
* Plans for and oversees major repairs, renovations, and new construction. Serves as the liaison between hospital and contractor during construction phasing and implementation.
* Interprets blueprints, works from sketches or verbal instructions.
* Develops budget for the unit and allocates funds within budget limit to accomplish objectives. Monitors variance against budget on an ongoing basis.
* Participates in hospital/medical staff committee meetings as requested. Attends and serves on professional/civic organizations as hospital representative.
* Directs the preparation and maintenance of department reports. Prepares periodic reports for management, as required.
* Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
* Develops, implements and monitors the hospital wide safety program.
* Is strategically involved in safety education and continuing education of all employees and training.
* Works closely with each facility department in safety management and development of departmental safety programs.
* Updates and maintains accurate safety management policies and procedures for the hospital.
* Has operational involvement in environmental rounding.
* Compiles and is involved in gathering and reporting accident and incident information.
* Prepares reports of hospital safety management activities to the Quality Council.
* Acts as the Safety Officer with the responsibility to act in the event of emergency and to disseminate whatever action needed to effect immediate corrections for life threatening conditions.
* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* One (1) year certificate from college or technical school; or 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Knowledge of utility systems management.
* Experience in hospital operations and Joint Commission preparedness highly preferred.
* Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Basic computer knowledge.

HEALING THE BODY AND MIND

Founded fifteen (15) years ago, NPH is the largest hospital system in the nation providing care to patients with both neurological and medical needs. We are unique in that we serve a population which others have been previously been unable to, largely due the patient's underlying medial issues. Our facilities maintain an inter-disciplinary focus using a multi-specialty approach for both neuropsychiatric and complex medical care issues. This proven approach provides unrivaled quality care for all of our patients. We have multiple locations throughout the United States and are continuing to add locations to ensure better access to our unique model of care.

Medical Behavioral Hospital of Northern Arizona Prescott is currently searching for a Director of Plant Operations for our psychiatric hospital in Prescott, AZ . The Director of Plant Operations is a key leadership team member for the hospital and will have primary oversight of maintenance and environmental services department to ensure a safe, high-quality experience for our patients, staff, guests, and visitors.

This is a hands-on role that will be responsible for basic maintenance around the facility. Knowledge of light drywall repair, light plumbing and electrical, and troubleshooting abilities is necessary to be successful in this position. In addition, the director of plant operations will be accountable for:

+ Planning and organizing department resources

+ Managing all aspects associated with the maintenance and upkeep of the facility.

+ Oversee the housekeeping and maintenance departments and their staff as assigned. Direct and perform the maintenance, repairs, mechanical systems, fire, life safety, and equipment management for the facility.

+ Ensure the preparation of various statistical and operating reports for the hospital's Safety/Risk Committee and up to the governing board.

+ Responsible for assigned departmental performance improvement and quality initiatives consistent with organizational policies and procedures.

Education: High School diploma required

Experience: Two years of hospital plant operations experience is preferred

Experience with basic maintenance tasks, including: drywall repair and painting, light plumbing, electrical, landscaping, and sanitation

Excellent problem solver with the ability think critically while managing multiple tasks

Familiarity with Joint Commission and State standards for hospital safety and operation a plus EEDMF

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ID: 2022-2252

External Company Name: Neuropsychiatric Hospitals

External Company URL: www. neuropsychiatrichospitals.net

Street: 181 S. Whipple St