Director of Plant Operations

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Springfield 

Your experience matters:  
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Springfield is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.  

More about our team:

We are proud to provide exceptional care to our patients and the community we serve – and that starts with supporting our team. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where teamwork thrives and every team member feels valued. By providing resources and support to our team, we empower our staff to deliver the high-quality care that our patients value and appreciate. Join a team that invests in your growth and prepares you to be your very best!

How you’ll contribute:

The Plant Operations Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and/or completing all activities of the Plant Operations Department which are necessary in maintaining the physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utility systems and grounds of the hospital in an operative and safe working condition.  Responsible for maintaining performance improvement activities within the Plant Operations Department and ensuring Joint Commission preparedness to comply with Environment of Care and Life Safety requirements.  Also oversees the Environmental Services Department.

Essential Functions:

• Develops and recommends departmental policies and procedures.
• Develops programs to ensure departmental effectiveness.
• Monitors existing policies, procedures and programs for effectiveness.
• Develops, implements, administers and modifies programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment of the hospital through effective utilization of personnel and materials.
• Maintains required documentation for state, federal and other regulatory agencies.
• Develops and determines priorities and monitors status of special projects on an ongoing basis.
• Assures complete and proper logging of files and records and required cost computation of time spent, materials and supplies used for each completed requisition or work order.
• Inspects building and grounds to ensure conformance with established standards and regulations.
• Establishes preventive maintenance schedules and prioritizes repair and maintenance work to minimize disruption of hospital operations.
• Directs and maintains plant engineering functions of the hospital.      Develops systems to control the efficient and effective use of all utilities.
• Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the functions and activities of facilities management and engineering, loss prevention management and telecommunications.
• Assigns individual tasks, requisitions, supplies and equipment and oversees training.
• Plans for and oversees major repairs, renovations, and new construction.  Serves as the liaison between hospital and contractor during construction phasing and implementation.
• Interprets blueprints, works from sketches or verbal instructions.
• Develops budget for the unit and allocates funds within budget limit to accomplish objectives.  Monitors variance against budget on an ongoing basis.
• Participates in hospital/medical staff committee meetings as requested.  Attends and serves on professional/civic organizations as hospital representative.
• Directs the preparation and maintenance of department reports. Prepares periodic reports for management, as required.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. 
• Develops, implements and monitors the hospital wide safety program.
• Is strategically involved in safety education and continuing education of all employees and training.
• Works closely with each facility department in safety management and development of departmental safety programs.
• Updates and maintains accurate safety management policies and procedures for the hospital.
• Has operational involvement in environmental rounding.
• Compiles and is involved in gathering and reporting accident and incident information.
• Prepares reports of hospital safety management activities to the Quality Council.
• Acts as the Safety Officer with the responsibility to act in the event of emergency and to disseminate whatever action needed to effect immediate corrections for life threatening conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we offer 

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  
• Competitive paid time off 
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements 

• One (1) year certificate from college or technical school; or 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Knowledge of utility systems management.
• Experience in hospital operations and Joint Commission preparedness highly preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.   
• Basic computer knowledge.   

About us

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Springfield is an inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital jointly operated by Lifepoint Rehabilitation and Mercy. Located in Springfield, MO, we serve our community by helping patients on their journey to recover after serious illness or injury. We seek enthusiastic professionals to provide superior care as part of our interdisciplinary team – all within a welcoming environment.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Springfield is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.