Director of Facilities Management

Director of Facilities Management – Laredo Texas

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas is a full-service inpatient rehabilitation hospital committed to helping patients in South Texas recover and thrive after serious injuries or illnesses. Our hospital provides intensive rehabilitation programs for stroke patients, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions, all under the guidance of our skilled multidisciplinary team. We pride ourselves on offering personalized care – our physical, occupational, and speech therapists tailor each treatment plan to the patient’s unique needs and cultural background, reflecting the community we serve. With modern facilities and a caring bilingual staff, we ensure patients, and their families feel supported and informed throughout the recovery journey. Accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently rated among top rehab providers, Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital is dedicated to restoring independence and improving quality of life for our patients.

Position Overview: The Director of Facilities Management (DFM) is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of hospital buildings, grounds, and mechanical/electrical systems, while ensuring compliance with all local, state, NFPA, OSHA and Joint Commission regulations and standards.  This leadership role interacts with other department heads to ensure safe and efficient operations.  The DFM hires, trains, and supervises building service personnel and serves as the hospital’s Safety Officer with authority to take immediate action if current conditions threaten safety, health, or life.  Is responsible for managing all aspects of the Emergency Management Program and integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.  This position requires a strong and independent work ethic with the necessary technical knowledge and ability, operational expertise, and leadership skills to align departmental goals with broader organizational objectives.

We are seeking a Director of Facilites Management to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs.  These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements.  We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”.  These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Required Skills:

• Supervisory experience required.
• Four years related work experience or completion of approved, accredited trade school program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Certification or licensing of one of the following is preferred: Plumbing, HVAC, Air Conditioning, or Electrician.
• Certification of successful completion of FEMA National Incident Management ICS100 & ICS 200 preferred completion within the first 90 days of employment.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to health care facilities, SDS information, Life Safety Code, NFPA, OSHA, and ADA requirements and specifications
• Knowledge of standards and procedures regarding hazardous waste and materials.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to use equipment necessary for the job function
• Ability to read and follow blueprints

Position Overview: The Director of Facilities Management (DFM) is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of hospital buildings, grounds, and mechanical/electrical systems, while ensuring compliance with all local, state, NFPA, OSHA and Joint Commission regulations and standards.  This leadership role interacts with other department heads to ensure safe and efficient operations.  The DFM hires, trains, and supervises building service personnel and serves as the hospital’s Safety Officer with authority to take immediate action if current conditions threaten safety, health, or life.  Is responsible for managing all aspects of the Emergency Management Program and integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.  This position requires a strong and independent work ethic with the necessary technical knowledge and ability, operational expertise, and leadership skills to align departmental goals with broader organizational objectives.