Director

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Director of Plant Operations at RWJBarnabas Somerset Medical Center. This is a Full-Time, Day position.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 10 years experience, including 5 years in healthcare,

Preferred:

• Master s preferred,

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Resource Management
• Formulates yearly operating budgets and manages the same in an efficient manner to achieve savings while maintaining quality service
• Continually monitors the Operating Budget to ensure that expenditures are within budgeted figures
• Over expenses must be readily explainable
• There should be no overages other than based on volume or unbudgeted replacements,
• Physical Plant utility services and equipment are inventoried and operated efficiently to assure reliable service
• Implements energy conservation measures
• Oversees and provides direction for major security related projects and physical security technologies including but not limited to: CCT Cameras, digital video recorders, access control readers, ID badging systems, panic alarms and Prosec System
• The grounds are managed in an effective manner to assure enhanced aesthetics at all times year round
• Provides support and manages the resources in terms of staffing and services for special events
• Performance Improvement
• Formulates Performance Improvement Program with goals and objectives that are consistent with the hospital mission and goals, implements necessary measures to achieve stated results
• Set goals are completed on a yearly basis
• Sets up and implements measures with the staff to maximize customer satisfaction, as reflected in the Press Ganey Survey results
• Formulates schedules and manages the Facilities Enhancement Program to achieve high Press Ganey scores
• Keeps records to reflect activities
• Plans, organizes, staffs and operates the Physical Plant in a fashion that creates and maintains a quality environment of care to our patients, visitors and staff
• Formulates a Preventive Maintenance program and implements same in accordance with JCAH and DOH requirements, to assure a reliable and safe environment
• All equipment should be accounted for in the program per regulations
• Policy and Procedure Manuals are generated and updated on a regular basis to reflect requirements per JCAH and DOH standards
• Interprets security laws, regulations and contract requirements; directs subordinates in enforcing compliance; and maintains relationships with law enforcement, regulatory agencies and other issuers of security requirements
• Formulates the program, assigns staffing to assure a safe environment in terms of fire safety, life safety, infection control and security
• Reports to respective committees
• Establishes and implements short and long term organizational goals; objectives strategic plans, policies, standards and operating procedures, monitors and evaluates effectiveness and effects changes required for improvement that will ensure the highest level of security for the hospital community
• Provides hospital wide guidance regarding best practices security standards, solutions and guidance to maintain a secure environment for patients, employees, visitors and volunteers
• Customer Relations
• Performs regular rounds on patient units and plant facilities, interfaces with staffing on the units to secure feedback and takes actions to assure customer satisfaction,
• Serves as a consultant to all hospital departments on safety/security issues
• Attends meetings of various committees including EOC, Infection Control, MOG to interface and coordinate with various departments to assure continuum of care and service
• Positive relationships with Engineering Staff/Security Staff are evidenced
• Regular staff meetings are implemented and documented
• Disciplinary control is applied as required
• Positive staff morale is evident

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer