Plant Director

Director of Plant Operations – (LACH)

We are hospitals and affiliated medical groups, working closely together for the benefit of every person who comes to us for care. We build comprehensive networks of quality healthcare services that are designed to offer our patients highly coordinated, personalized care and help them live healthier lives. Through collaboration, we strive to provide all of our patients and medical group members with the quality, affordable healthcare they need and deserve.

The Director of Plant Operations plans, organizes, coordinates, and controls the activities of the Plant Services, Bio-Med, EVS and Security programs. Maintains the Physical Structures, HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical Systems, Utilities, and Grounds of the hospital in a safe and operative working condition. Responsible for the planning and coordination of regulatory requirements and documentation for Life Safety, Utilities, Hazardous Materials and Security. Manages activities of staff and oversees the completion of these tasks. Ensures that emergency procedures are executed as prescribed, including applicable training of staff. Meets the requirements set forth by The Joint Commission, NFPA and the authorities having jurisdiction.

Job Responsibilities/Duties

  • Operationalizes proposed/upcoming changes to regulations that effect facility operations. Consults with each site to ensure compliance.Performs Routine EOC Rounding and provides oversight for the seven EOC management plans, including Engineering and EVS policies.Ensures that Facilities Team is utilizing the department SharePoint site and remains up to date on items involving regulation and compliance.
  • Ensures the hospital maintains compliant with federal, state, city, local regulatory agencies and organizations such as the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD), Center for Medicare and Medical Services (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC), Department of Public Health and Human Services (CDPH), Fire Departments, and City Ordinances.
  • Ensures appropriate staffing levels.Oversees contracts, contract labor, orientation, and evaluation. Responsible for scheduling/staffing, coaching, training, hiring, firing, counseling, performance evaluations and competencies, and payroll process. Effectively manages staff in compliance with applicable regulatory bodies, and all established policies, procedures, and legal guidelines.
  • Oversees and coordinates the daily operations of the department, such as corrective and preventive maintenance for all equipment, oversee the management of the work order system, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they occur. Demonstrates advanced level of expertise, strong leadership, and collaborative skills in dealing with staff and members of the team.
  • Demonstrates strategic thinking in planning, implementing, and evaluating systems/programs/initiatives for the department.Develops and implements operational objectives, goals, and specific strategies required to support and achieve the strategic outcomes (capital equipment/replacement/maintenance) of the department.
  • Provides input for and evaluates options and available technology for major plant and equipment systems replacements.Identifies areas of energy savings that can be utilized throughout the License.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Minimum Experience: Five (5) years previous experience as a Director of Plant Operations. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English. Knowledge of fire life safety systems, hazardous materials, and utility management. Advanced knowledge of regulatory CMS and TJC requirements. Knowledge in Microsoft Office. Ability to make accurate observations in a variety of situations, including emergencies and adverse or potential hazardous conditions. Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment to resolve issues. Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload. Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job. Bilingual skills preferred.

Req. Certification/Licensure: Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only).

Employee Value Proposition

Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., is guided by a diverse and highly experienced leadership core. This group maintains the vision that has made Prospect a needed difference-maker in the lives of so many patients today, and many executives contribute to our continued efforts. As a member of our highly effective team of professionals you will receive:

  • Company 401K
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Paid time-off
  • Life insurance

Prospect Medical Systems has a zero-tolerance policy regarding the use of drugs and alcohol. Our Company is committed to maintaining a productive, drug free workplace that keeps employees and patients safe from harm. For this reason, we require applicants to pass a screening for drug use as a condition of employment. This includes: alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, opiates and methamphetamines.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, or search our other openings, please visit http://pmh.com/careers/ and click on a location to begin your journey to a new career with us!

We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources.

EEOC is the Law: https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

Keywords: Director, Plant Operations, Utility Management, Safety, CMS, TJC, Hospitals.

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