Director of Plant Operations

$161,650 - $161,650/Yr

Prospect Medical Holdings - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

51-100 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Director of Plant Operations is responsible for overseeing the activities of Plant Services, Bio-Med, Environmental Services (EVS), and Security programs within the hospital. This role ensures that the physical structures and systems of the hospital, including HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, are maintained in a safe and operational condition. The Director also coordinates regulatory compliance and documentation related to Life Safety, Utilities, Hazardous Materials, and Security, while managing staff activities and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operationalizes proposed/upcoming changes to regulations affecting facility operations and 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 the hospital maintains compliance with federal, state, city, and local regulatory agencies and organizations.
• Ensures appropriate staffing levels and oversees contracts, contract labor, orientation, and evaluation.
• Responsible for scheduling/staffing, coaching, training, hiring, firing, counseling, performance evaluations, and payroll process.
• Oversees and coordinates daily operations of the department, including corrective and preventive maintenance for all equipment.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking in planning, implementing, and evaluating systems/programs/initiatives for the department.
• Provides input for and evaluates options and available technology for major plant and equipment systems replacements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5 years previous management experience
• Ability 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 various situations, including emergencies and hazardous conditions
• Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment to resolve issues
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Demonstrated customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills
• Previous Director Level experience
• Bachelor's Degree

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000