Director of Plant Operations

Job Details

Job Location Orlando - Ocoee, FL

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Day

Description

SUMMARY:

The Director of Plant Operations is responsible for all activities related to plant operations for a hospital with a patient population ranging in age from 18 years to geriatric. The employee assumes administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for providing oversight of the hospital facility. Maintain a maintenance protocol and schedule which addresses all areas of the hospital and maintains customer satisfaction. In collaboration with the CEO, allocates resources in an effective and economic manner to ensure that plant operations are provided and that the services enhance quality of life in the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

May include, but is not limited to the following:

Job Specific: Assure departmental staff participation in relevant in-service training sessions. Attend and participate in hospital meetings, including those relating to Safety/Quality Improvement, as assigned. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities. Direct implementation of corrective action needed as a result of internal or external inspections. Perform tasks as required by hospitals standard of excellence. Promote the philosophy, mission and objectives of the Company within and to customers outside the hospital. Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact with facility staff, Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors, and government agencies. Demonstrates and understands the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions. Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of patient and hospital property. Knowledge of emergency and disaster procedures of the facility. Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies. Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time. Appropriately accesses the resources of the company's regional offices for consultation and program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Routinely shares personal knowledge with staff, managers and hospital personnel. Ability to carry out the essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation). Assure participation in relevant in-service training sessions. Attend and participate in facility meetings. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities. Participate in hospital wide patient safety program identifying risks to patient safety and reducing healthcare errors. Perform other duties as assigned

Job Function: Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Department which includes but is not limited to stocking supplies, an orderly and clean workplace, pest and rodent control, maintenance of building, ground and equipment. Plan, coordinate and implement processes, procedures and programs consistent with national, federal, and/or state guidelines. Ensures product is readily available. Develops and updates plant operation policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and objectives of the facility and are consistent with state and federal guidelines. Provides value analysis on vendors, products and processes to ensure we are operating at the most optimal level. Interviews, hires, trains, schedules and retains qualified competent staff. Ensures a sufficient number of qualified staff according to budgeted funds. Participates in budgetary process. Submit proposals related to departmental budgetary staffing and planning. Provides relevant financial information as requested regarding financial needs and status.

Qualifications

Education

Associates Degree required.

License/Certification

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification through the American Heart Association. Certification must be maintained throughout employment.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a related field with at least three (3) years in a supervisory level position. 1-year experience in a healthcare setting. Experience as Safety Officer. Proven experience with regulatory standards and compliance requirements of CMS, OSHA, EPA and NFPA. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (Word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, etc.). Ability to project a Professional Image.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintenance staff

Housekeeping staff

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Participates in or conducts company-wide sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of patient's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, state and federal regulations and Accreditation Standards.

Company Specific: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean and wears appropriate identification while on duty. Adheres to all smoking or tobacco regulations established by corporate building owners, state, or federal laws. Completes annual health, safety, and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development. Maintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Reports to work on time as scheduled; adheres to policies regarding notification of absence. Attends all mandatory in-services and staff meetings. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Maintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable. Consistently demonstrates superior customer servive skills to patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact. Consistently follows departmental and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures. HIPAA: Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws, follow hospital policy in provision of patient confidentiality. Able to identify patient confidentiality issues and reports to proper hospital personnel immediately. Compliance: Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with standards set forth in Code of Conduct, policy and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable standards.

Core Values:

Professionalism

-To always maintain the highest standard and regard for others. Keep skills, competencies and required licensures/certifications current; displays mastery over attitude and behavior and pride in appearance. Consistently performs duties to the best of abilities.

Exceptional Care -Go above and beyond expectations by providing exceptional care to WOW our customers-patients, family, physicians, and each other.

Respect

- Treating others as they would like to be treated; valuing others. Acknowledges the worth of others through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, patience, and common courtesy.

Fun

- Having fun and celebrating small successes in our journey to achieve big. Always demonstrates a positive attitude toward work and devotion to our passion and task at hand.

Teamwork

-To function as a unit, with common goals, recognizing we can achieve far more as a team than as individuals. Cooperates with co-workers while performing duties leading to everyone being able to achieve success and giving recognition where it is due.

Integrity

- To always be honest and trustworthy in all our relationships. Demonstrates adherence to a strict moral or ethical code in performance of duties by always seeking to do the right thing.

Accountability Responsibility of our actions that influence the lives of our customers and fellow workers. Takes ownership of all aspects of duties shown through reliable, timely performance and responsibility.

Responsibility

- Maintains accountability by doing what is expected or beyond; assuring the appropriate tasks and project items are completed. Takes ownership of all aspects of duties shown through reliable, timely performance and accountability. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to function independently in all aspects, including project identification, evaluation, contract negotiations, and coordination with management and internal departments. Ability to represent the company in a confident, persuasive and positive manner. Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under stress and respond quickly in emergency situations. In-depth knowledge of operational, clinical and referral development systems. Proven track record in project identification and contract negotiations. Ability to work effecitively within a complex matrix organization.

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