COMPLETE Facilities Safety and Compliance Coordinator - SCM_CHARLESTON

Job Description Summary

The Facilities Safety and Compliance Coordinator reports to the Healthcare Facilities Associate Director. Under limited supervision, the Facilities Safety and Compliance Coordinator provides a continual and focused effort to ensure Hospital and Ambulatory facilities and University facilities are maintained in a manner that is compliant with Agencies Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) including but not limited to The Joint Commission (TJC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Health & Environmental Control (DHEC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations. This role manages and collaborates with key stakeholders to ensure Facilities Management is in compliance with internal policies and procedures and Agencies Having Jurisdiction. This position develops, implements, and provides education for the safety and compliance program for facilities owned by the Medical University Hospital Authority Charleston and the Medical University of South Carolina in coordination with Risk Management, the Environment of Care Team, and other stakeholders.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000364 CHS - Compliance - Facilities

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Work with the Hospital Facilities Management, Risk Management, Accreditation, and EOC teams in the planning, implementation, and tracking of special safety and compliance projects and programs.

In collaboration with the Hospital Facilities Management, Risk Management, Accreditation, and EOC teams, develop and implement educational programs that address key safety and compliance initiatives including the information contained in policies and procedures.

Assists in the review, updating, and development of Facilities Management policies and procedures.

Coordinate with Drafting in the maintenance process for computerized building plans and associated documents to ensure operating effectiveness with TJC standards and best practices. Collaborate with Risk Management to ensure that the Fire and Life Safety Plan reflect any changes.

Develop and implement a continual readiness compliance program for Hospital Facilities Management. Collaborate with Risk Management, EOC, and Accreditation to ensure the Facilities program is aligned with the key stakeholders.

Serves as a Hospital Facilities Management liaison for safety and compliance requirements. Serves as a member of the Facilities Management Safety Committee.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Additional Job Description

A Bachelor’s degree and two years relevant experience or a high school diploma and four years relevant experience required.  Knowledge of applicable codes; including NFPA, SCDHEC, and Joint Commission regulations is preferred.  Experience and knowledge of Fire and Life Safety systems such as fire alarm and fire protection systems is preferred.  Experience in Joint Commission and their triennial survey preferred.  Must be able to read and interpret MEP and fire/life safety construction drawings and floor plans. Must be well organized and able to multi-task several activities at once.  Demonstrated a high standard for accuracy and neatness so presented documents and reports are easily read and interpreted by others.  Must be able to develop and present educational programs related to safety and compliance. Must have strong communications, relationship, facilitation and presentation skills. Must have proven organizational skills with the ability to plan time effectively, balance multiple assignments and meet deadlines. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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