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Posted 9/15/2008

Director of Facility Operations
Central California

Responsibilities:  Provide overall direction for maintenance, plant operations including the co-generation plant, internal construction services, safety, security, food service, housekeeping and laundry. Oversees 280 FTEs with six direct reports and reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

Qualifications:  Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; master’s degree preferred with management experience in hospital operations

Organization:  490-bed, joint commission accredited hospital serving the San Joaquin Valley with plans to expand to 625 beds

Location:  Central California

If you would like additional information on this career opportunity, contact Rose Wagner, RN, MHS at rwagner@besmith.com or 800-397-2078.
Posted 8/13/2008

POSITION:             Facility Master Plan Project Director

COMPANY:           Stamford Hospital 
LOCATION:          Stamford, CT
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:     This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer of Stamford Hospital
WEB SITE:      www.stamfordhospital.org 

POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the Facility Master Plan Project Director represents a dynamic opportunity to oversee the planning, development, design and construction of a $350-$450 million state of the art hospital expansion which is scheduled to be completed within the next 5-7 years. The Project Director will coordinate project stake holders and contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, consultants, and engineers during the planning, design, construction, and post occupancy evaluation phases of specifically assigned capital projects. The Project Director ensures that projects are planned, designed, and constructed according to Stamford Hospital’s specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Facility Master Plan Project Director will provide executive leadership and guidance for the capital project including:    
• Lead the development process of project plans, design, & budget preparation for the new state of the art facility.
• Provide onsite supervision of construction activities for a variety of projects including remodel, renovation, and new construction.
• Develop and maintain project programs and schedules involving external agencies, clients, consultants, and contractors, and sub contractors.
• Prepare, coordinate, revise, and monitor various construction related schedules, plans and documents. 
• Collaborate with architects during all preliminary phases including: Pre-design, schematics, and working drawings.
• Coordinate the services of executive architects, engineers, contractors and inspectors during project planning, design, and construction
• Assist in providing calculated measurements and documentations in the areas of scheduled maintenance plans, ADA compliance, space inventory and capital outlay budget change proposals.
• Ensure the preparation of Stamford Hospital’s five year capital construction plan.
• Manage construction budgets for projects as assigned, all aspects of construction projects to ensure completion of projects in accordance with plans and specification, project schedules as assigned.
• Conduct and coordinate final Inspections of project as assigned, coordinates project construction closeout procedures& arranges for official acceptance of projects on behalf of the District.
• Coordinate and conduct pre construction meetings and construction progress meetings.
• Review cost proposals/field orders and change orders for accuracy in terms of scope of work, labor and materials, and rates and advises action as appropriate.
• Oversee building commissioning in partnership with site maintenance pre and post occupancy.
• Represent Stamford Hospital at design and construction meetings and other regulatory agency meetings.

EXPERIENCE: The Facility Master Plan Project Director will be a highly talented professional with significant experience and a history of success in planning, directing and coordinating the full range of functions relating to the construction of a new healthcare facility including medical equipment planning for large scale projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of progressive experience serving the healthcare provider sector and a proven track record of successful project completion.

The Project Director must have knowledge of project management principles for building construction, experience and proficiency in budgeting and cost estimating, knowledge of the theory and practices of engineering and architecture related to the design and construction of hospital buildings and their mechanical, electrical and other energy systems, principals of design for comfort, ADA accessibility, safety, operational effectiveness and efficiency, and convenience of health care buildings.

The Project Director will have thorough knowledge of all applicable building, life safety, fire and health codes and regulations applicable to new construction and renovations including AIA Guidelines, JCAHO, International Building Code, OSHA, and NFPA.

EDUCATION: Position requires a Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Construction Management or Engineering with an advanced degree preferred plus a minimum of fifteen years experience in the healthcare industry.

CONTACT: Greg M. Gerson, Client Partner, Korn/Ferry International, 1835 Market Street, Suite 2000, Philadelphia, PA 19103, (215) 656-5357 (Office), Greg.Gerson@kornferry.com

 
Posted 8/4/2008

Director of Plant Operations
Shores of Lake Michigan , WI

Responsibilities:  The Director of Plant Services will have day-to-day oversight of the plant operations, contracted biomedical services, housekeeping, and security departments.  The director reports to a vice president and oversees approximately 23 non-unionized FTEs.  This position will be responsible for strategic planning, human resource management, budgeting, new equipment procurement and installation, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:  Qualified candidates will be bachelor’s prepared, preferably with a degree in an engineering-related field, with three to five years of leadership experience in an acute-care hospital setting.  Ideal candidates will be independent, able to inspire confidence and trust, customer focused individuals with a proactive, “can do” attitude.

Organization:  This is a 78-bed, faith-based, Joint Commission and CARF-accredited community hospital providing services in general medical and surgical care, general and cardiac intensive care, pediatrics, physical rehabilitations, obstetrics, orthopedics, emergency medicine, and trauma care.

Location:  Shores of Lake Michigan , WI

If you would like additional information on this career opportunity, contact Cherie Thomas at  mmorgan@besmith.com or 800-397-2078.
Posted 7/23/2008

VICE PRESIDENT, FACILITIES SERVICES  
University of Illinois

Responsibilities:  
• Provides leadership consistent with Carle Foundation’s mission, vision, values and Carle Basics
• Ensures all divisions under his/her authority are well organized, operate efficiently, are economically staffed and meet patient, physician and organization’s needs
• Unifies and sets departmental vision in conjunction with Hospital’s and Clinic’s strategic initiatives
• Spearheads construction projects and on-going site development for Carle Foundation Hospital and outlying communities
• Leads all change initiatives for Facilities, Culinary Services and Housekeeping
• Closes communication gaps between Carle Foundation Hospital and Carle Clinic up and down the corporate ladder to assure cohesive, strong and balanced working relationships between Carle Clinic and Carle Foundation Hospital
• Provides continuity of daily operations of staff and department and the unification of all departments in Facilities Services into a cohesive whole
• Creates and maintains a work environment within the department conducive to employees meeting and exceeding position expectations while fostering successful staff recruitment and retention and mentors and empowers the departmental Directors in situational leadership
• Develops, analyzes and manages capital and operating budgets and sustains compliance relating to quality care and cost effective care
• Partners with direct reports to plan and materialize new services to expand market share, reach and net income
• Conceives and prepares, in conjunction with Project Management Office, performs for and implement related new business opportunities in concert with Carle Foundation’s mission and strategic plan
• Teams with architects and engineers on expansion and construction of physical plant
• Actively partners with Hospital-wide information systems project
• Provides succinct and timely reports on operations and financial activities to the Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer and other appropriate members of the Administration
• Assures divisional adherence with all regulatory compliance initiatives including, but not limited to, HIPAA, OSHA and JCAHO

Qualifications:  
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Three to five years demonstrated progressive managerial success in administration of Facilities, Food Services and Housekeeping 
• Demonstrated success in management of the full continuum project management of a $200 million dollar construction project
Company Background

Organization:  
Our client, Carle Foundation Hospital is dedicated to providing superior healthcare through a comprehensive regional network. The Carle Foundation Hospital is a 305-bed regional medical center and teaching hospital for the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Medicine; annual net revenues are in excess of $303 million and assets in excess of $1 billion. Adjacent to Carle Clinic Association, with over 330 physicians, Carle Clinic Association has become one of the largest private group practices in the nation and has developed into a regional referral center offering state-of-the-art medical technology for over 50 medical and surgical sub-specialties. The Foundation Hospital is designated as the region’s only Level I Trauma Center and Co-Perinatal Center and is one of twelve hospitals in Illinois designated as a POD hospital; in the event of disaster or state of emergency, Carle is Region 6’s lead hospital coordinating emergency medical services. With 11 branch clinics, Carle Health System serves over 1.4 million residents in 42 counties in central Illinois and western Indiana. The Carle Cancer Center, a joint service of Carle Clinic Association and Carle Foundation Hospital, is a nationally recognized cancer center providing the most advanced cancer treatments to communities throughout east central Illinois. Carle Cancer Center delivers comprehensive care through leading-edge technology, advanced research, education and support. Offering more than 100 clinical trials and multi-disciplinary clinics for breast, prostate and head and neck cancers, the Center has served as a premier cancer care destination for more than 25 years. Visit Carle Foundation Hospital and Carle Clinic Association at: www.carle.com 

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Posted 7/14/2008

Manager of Housekeeping
Fort Smith, Arkansas

Responsibilities:  The Manager of Housekeeping will provide overall direction in a “top-of-the-line” housekeeping services department for a 800,000 square foot facility and oversees 72 FTEs. This position reports to the Director of Materials Services. 

Qualifications:  Qualified candidates will have a solid background in housekeeping leadership with 3-5 years hospital experience. Seeking an energetic, collaborative leader with strong relationship and communication skills. Competitive compensation and benefits.

Organization:  349-bed, acute-care, not-for-profit hospital with Joint Commission and CARF accreditation serving more than 400,000 residents in 13 counties. The medical center is part of a large faith-based health system. Since 2002, the hospital has offered centers for excellence including the cancer center, heart center, outpatient center and women’s center. Services include cardiac care, oncology, pediatrics, pulmonary care, radiology, sleep center, surgical care and women’s services. For the second year in a row, the hospital was named a Consumer Choice Award winner by the community as the most preferred hospital in the region for best quality and image.

Location:  Fort Smith, Arkansas

If you would like additional information on this career opportunity, contact Katie Schuckman at kschuckman@besmith.com or 800-397-2078.
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