Impekkable, an award-winning healthcare hospital management, consulting, revenue cycle, and executive staffing solutions firm is looking for an Interim Facilities Director to join an amazing team/hospital in Alamosa, CO.

• Interim Opportunity
• Onsite in Alamosa, CO
• Start: ASAP
• Reports to: CFO
• Supervises: Plant Operations, Environmental Services, Grounds, Contractors and Constructions

JOB DETAILS

Manages the Facilities Group of the hospital system which includes Plant Operations, Environmental Services, Laundry, and Grounds Maintenance. Plan, organize, direct and control the facilities management functions which includes, but is not limited to planning, design, construction, alteration, operation, maintenance, safety, fire prevention/protection, and disposal of plant facilities and equipment; also oversees the Environmental Services and Laundry departments; Establish goals, objectives, standards of performance, develop and implement operating policies and procedures; interpret policies, standards, regulations and codes to personnel. Ensures the efficient and effective operation of Plant Operations, Environmental Services, Laundry, and Grounds Maintenance, to ensure continuity in facility operations and delivery of patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads up to 45 or more employees in Plant Operations, EVS, and Laundry throughout the hospital.
• Carries out Directors responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Adheres to, complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of the hospital. Sets clear expectations for staff by developing job specific customer service expectations and behaviors for each position supervised; clearly communicates expectations to each employee and establishes the expectations as job requirements and performance evaluation components; delegates responsibility/authority whenever possible.
• Listens without defensiveness to customer/employee concerns; acknowledges every concern; actively follows up in response to all concerns. Develops a method for tracking and monitoring the complaints and follow-up. Ensures that when the supervisor is advised of known conditions, which might require corrective counseling, the supervisor must investigate and demonstrate action that is appropriate for the circumstances involved.
• Conducts all performance evaluations on time, working with each employee at least annually to set specific behavioral and performance goals.
• Assists interviewing, hiring, and training employees by identifying training and staff development needs of employees and ensuring appropriate training is provided. Initiates formal/informal activities with employees to develop departmental cohesion and collegiality. Consistently recognizes positive behavior and contributions to the organization using praise, appreciation, and rewards. Actively identifies problems and opportunities for improvement; identifies appropriate solution and involves others in the implementation process. .• Directs maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, steam, electric power, gas, or oxygen required for facility operations and patient care. Also Directs Environmental Services, Grounds, Auto Clave management. Ensures patients, visitors, and staff have a safe, comfortable and clean environment to function in at all times.
• Carries out and monitors preventive maintenance program(s). Ensure the database program for work order entry into the Plant Ops Management database (Four Rivers) is utilized properly and effectively.
• Reviews maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities. Gives clear direction to supervisors regarding expectations for completing the work assignments. Reviews the supervisors work performance periodically and give the supervisors feedback on how their work compares to expectations throughout the year. Makes suggestions on the timelines and quality of their work. Provide the supervisors with the tools and training they need to meet the expected performance.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment to conform to operational standards. Ensures preventive maintenance occurs on all systems and buildings as scheduled and according to manufacturer’s recommendation or best standard. Manages the assignment of unplanned work requests to maximum customer satisfaction and the most efficient utilization of department resources. Functions as a resource to the assigned teams to assist them in the work they perform.
• Maintains oversight on all construction activities in the organizations facilities. Ensures compliance by outside contractors with all regulatory agencies and hospital policies and procedures.
• Plans on at least a 3 year cycle for all budgetary needs, including capital. Ensure the department maintains a facility assessment report that is revised at least annually, indicating the current status of each of the buildings and property conditions, noting both long and short-term needs. Ensures that all budgetary targets are met or that all variances are explained clearly.
• Liaison with other departments to determine their needs as well as current level of satisfaction with the performance of the Facilities group. Develop plans for addressing needs or improving the customer satisfaction as necessary.
• Ensures the hospital system is in compliance with all regulatory agencies /standards including local building and fire codes, NFPA, OSHA, EPA, and CMS. Maintain a current list of known deficiencies with a plan for improvement.
• Assists with hospital security, Life Safety and fire prevention/detection.
• Participates and reports in the Environment of Care Committee (EOC) and chairs the EOC; acts as Safety Officer for the facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate or GED. Familiarity with basic Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Minimum 5 years personnel and building management experience.
• Acceptable driving record allowing individual to be insured.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity, electronics, plumbing, carpentry, boiler operation, HVAC and general building maintenance.
• Able to systematically apply engineering principles to detect and repair malfunctioning equipment or systems.
• Familiar with operations of various tools, instruments, and gauges for facility/equipment/instrument maintenance and repairs.
• Have knowledge with Autoclaving Bio-waste, Life Safety Code, Construction Phasing and Environmental Services department.• Good communication and organization skills appropriate for the management of multiple areas of responsibility; ability to present to a group of peers; ability to understand and manage hospital financial reports.
• Individuals assigned to this position must maintain the appropriate certification, licensure or registration as mandated by the specific governing agency.

Please send your resume or questions in confidence to:

Amy Lowe – Senior Recruiting Director

Impekkable

Amy.Lowe@impekkable.net

Mobile – 972.921.1864 (call or text)