Director Facilities Management

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home.

The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America's 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.

Job Summary

Manages the Facilities Management Department, which includes Engineering, Plant Operations, Biomedical Engineering, Grounds Maintenance and Security. Assists administration with planning of construction projects and facility expansion, overseeing office buildings and off-site clinics.

Assumes the role as a leader in planning, directing, and managing the department and staff to assure quality service on a 24-hour basis. Responsible for meeting and complying with TJC, CMS, and AHJs standards and regulations. Complying with corporate policy and procedures for managing supplies and equipment, promoting teamwork with physicians and all health care providers to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction, and appropriate resource management.

Job Responsibilities

Provides overall direction and support to Facilities Management Departments. Prepares and maintains fiscal operating budget.

Assists administration with planning of facility expansion/renovations. Prepares and maintains a 5-year capital expenditure forecast. Develops and maintains a preventive maintenance program for all equipment, buildings, and grounds.

Oversees the operation of all Life Support systems related to patient safety and operations. Directs and coordinates utility source capability throughout the hospital for control and efficient, effective use of all services. Oversees, develops, and maintains updated information on NFPA Life Safety Codes and JCAHO building and safety requirements.

Develops, implements, administers, and modifies programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment through effective utilization of personnel and materials in accordance with local, state, and federal codes, and hospital policies / procedures. Makes recommendations to administration as appropriate. Oversees, develops, and maintains updated information on NFPA, Life Safety Codes, TJC, CMS, building and safety requirements.

Develops and maintains staff training requirements as required, and as needs change,

Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

Education

Required: Associate degree in facilities related field. Trade school education and additional five years trade experience may be considered.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree

Experience

Required: 10 years hospital experience with at least five years progressive management experience.

Certifications

Required: CHFM certification. New hire can be given the opportunity to acquire certification within one year of employment if other qualifications are met.

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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