Position Goals
The Director of Facilities Management is responsible for the strategic planning, operation, maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance of all hospital facilities and physical plant systems. The role ensures a safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective environment of care supporting patient services and clinical operations.
Position Responsibilities
The Director of Facilities Management at Patients ER & Hospital responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Oversee operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, medical gas, fire/life safety, and emergency power systems.
Ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, Joint Commission/DNV/CIHQ standards, NFPA, OSHA, and Texas DSHS regulations.
Lead capital improvement projects, renovations, and construction activities.
Develop and manage the Facilities operating and capital budgets.
Direct and lead Environment of Care and Life Safety programs.
Lead emergency preparedness, utility failure response, and disaster readiness.
Supervise facilities staff and manage third-party service vendors
Other Duties
Maintain strong relationships with departments to understand facility needs proactively.
Uphold company values, ethics, conduct requirements, and customer service standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
The requirements for employment with Patients ER & Hospital are:
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
510 years of healthcare facilities experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of hospital regulatory and accreditation standards.
Preferred Certifications
CHFM (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager)
FMP or CFM
Professional Engineer (PE)
Familiarity with Texas healthcare facility requirements
Work Requirements
Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies
On-call rotation as needed
Occasional access to mechanical rooms and construction areas
Physical Demands
Standing, walking, sitting, and twisting
Using arm, leg and back muscles for extended periods
Lifting and Carrying up to 50 pounds
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., with assistance
Pushing and pulling Working with hazardous chemicals
Climbing (ascending and descending)
Potential for cuts or bruises
Bending/ Stooping Working near radiation sources
Potential exposure to communicable disease
Exposure to mechanical parts, electrical systems, fumes, chemicals, and moderate noise
