Surgery Care Affiliates
Associate Director Facility Management
Surgery Care Affiliates, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
Overview
At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.
As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
What sets SCA Health apart isnt just what we do, its how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:
Clinical quality
Integrity
Service excellence
Teamwork
Accountability
Continuous improvement
Inclusion
Our values arent empty words they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, youll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here (https://careers.sca.health/why-sca) to learn more about our benefits. Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. Responsibilities Position Summary The Director of Facilities Management leads strategic and operational initiatives to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations across SCA Healths ambulatory surgery centers and support sites. This role is responsible for facilities planning, engineering, security, environmental services, and disaster recovery. The Director drives enterprise-wide strategy and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with patient care and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Develop and support systems and processes focused on maintaining ASC-specific facility operations.
Ensure environment of care and life safety compliance with TJC, AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies.
Manage departmental and capital budgets, focusing on energy efficiency and cost control.
Implement and monitor safety protocols, emergency preparedness, and security systems.
Coordinate minor construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.
Utilize modern tools such as Brightly or other CMMS, IoT monitoring, and building automation systems.
Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and service agreements.
Develop and track KPIs, including facility uptime, compliance scores, and staff engagement.
Job Level Description: Operations & Maintenance: Provides expertise and direction to support daily operations and long-term maintenance of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and groundskeeping.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the facility meets all federal, state, and Joint Commission (TJC) requirements for health, safety, and environmental standards.
Budget Management: Developing and managing departmental budgets, including those for capital projects and energy efficiency
Project Management: Coordinating and supervising construction, renovation, and development of the physical facilities.
Vendor & Contract Management: Negotiating and managing contracts with external vendors for services and supplies.
Strategic Planning: Planning and prioritizing activities to align with the facility's operational goals and regulatory standards.
Team Leadership: Ability to lead and build teams and manage cross-functional projects
Qualifications Education: Undergraduate degree preferably in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or Health Care Administration. -or- Certification as a Certified Health Care Facility Manager (CHFM) credential from the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) and equivalent experience
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including 5 years of management experience, with a proven track record in facilities management within an acute care hospital or similar healthcare setting.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of facility equipment, building systems (electrical, mechanical, HVAC), and engineering principles.
Knowledge of Healthcare Regulations: Familiarity with healthcare-specific standards and regulations from bodies like TJC, AAAHC, CMS, and OSHA.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Comfortable with building control systems, work order management applications, project management, and preventive maintenance applications.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
USD $110,000.00/Yr. USD $150,000.00/Yr.
Integrity
Service excellence
Teamwork
Accountability
Continuous improvement
Inclusion
Our values arent empty words they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, youll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here (https://careers.sca.health/why-sca) to learn more about our benefits. Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. Responsibilities Position Summary The Director of Facilities Management leads strategic and operational initiatives to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations across SCA Healths ambulatory surgery centers and support sites. This role is responsible for facilities planning, engineering, security, environmental services, and disaster recovery. The Director drives enterprise-wide strategy and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with patient care and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Develop and support systems and processes focused on maintaining ASC-specific facility operations.
Ensure environment of care and life safety compliance with TJC, AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies.
Manage departmental and capital budgets, focusing on energy efficiency and cost control.
Implement and monitor safety protocols, emergency preparedness, and security systems.
Coordinate minor construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.
Utilize modern tools such as Brightly or other CMMS, IoT monitoring, and building automation systems.
Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and service agreements.
Develop and track KPIs, including facility uptime, compliance scores, and staff engagement.
Job Level Description: Operations & Maintenance: Provides expertise and direction to support daily operations and long-term maintenance of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and groundskeeping.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the facility meets all federal, state, and Joint Commission (TJC) requirements for health, safety, and environmental standards.
Budget Management: Developing and managing departmental budgets, including those for capital projects and energy efficiency
Project Management: Coordinating and supervising construction, renovation, and development of the physical facilities.
Vendor & Contract Management: Negotiating and managing contracts with external vendors for services and supplies.
Strategic Planning: Planning and prioritizing activities to align with the facility's operational goals and regulatory standards.
Team Leadership: Ability to lead and build teams and manage cross-functional projects
Qualifications Education: Undergraduate degree preferably in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or Health Care Administration. -or- Certification as a Certified Health Care Facility Manager (CHFM) credential from the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) and equivalent experience
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including 5 years of management experience, with a proven track record in facilities management within an acute care hospital or similar healthcare setting.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of facility equipment, building systems (electrical, mechanical, HVAC), and engineering principles.
Knowledge of Healthcare Regulations: Familiarity with healthcare-specific standards and regulations from bodies like TJC, AAAHC, CMS, and OSHA.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Comfortable with building control systems, work order management applications, project management, and preventive maintenance applications.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
USD $110,000.00/Yr. USD $150,000.00/Yr.