FACILITY COORDINATOR - MAINT WORKER GEN

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. is seeking a Facilities Coordinator to support Laurel Heights Hospital. The role covers non-clinical operations including maintenance, housekeeping, dietary, central supply, and compliance with accreditation standards.

You will oversee safety programs, coordinate drills, manage documentation, and help ensure Joint Commission readiness while collaborating with the DPO, CFO, and other leaders. This onsite position requires strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or vocational certification preferred.
• 2+ years of facilities, safety, or compliance experience (healthcare preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission standards and EOC principles.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environment of Care (EOC) and safety compliance processes with monthly and annual plans and reports.
• Conduct monthly EOC rounds and quarterly hospital rounds with interdisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate and document emergency preparedness drills (fire, tornado, bomb threat, active shooter).
• Track and document regulatory and safety documentation; reconcile invoices and maintain audit readiness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or vocational certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

SharePoint navigation

Job description

Responsibilities

The Facilities Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, compliance, and operational efficiency of Laurel Heights Hospital. This position supports the Director of Plant Operations and oversees all non-clinical areas of the facility including maintenance, housekeeping, dietary, central supply, and various compliance-related functions tied to accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Environment of Care & Safety Compliance

• Serve as the Environment of Care (EOC) lead, ensuring all plans, evaluations, and reports are completed monthly and annually
• Conduct monthly EOC rounds and quarterly hospital rounds with interdisciplinary teams
• Coordinate and document emergency preparedness drills (fire, tornado, bomb threat, active shooter, etc.)
• Complete sprinkler mitigation trainings and suicide mitigation checks on a quarterly basis
• Submit all safety documentation and reports to Risk Management, Admin Assistant, and DPO
• Collect and input data from special meal counts, infection control temp logs, and staff meal sheets
• Track documentation for dietary reports as part of the EOC process
• Distribute and track facility keys using key sign-out logs and Excel master list
• Lead quarterly Key Committee meetings with stakeholders (CEO, CFO, HR, Risk, Operations, DPO)
• Address key-related security concerns and coordinate replacement logistics
• Monitor active construction sites for posted ICRAs (Infection Control Risk Assessment)
• Hold and document pre-construction and weekly meetings throughout the project duration
• Confirm signage and safety posting for Code Purple areas

Inspection, Documentation & Reporting:

• Track and inspect fire extinguishers, exit signs, generator power, and other systems on a weekly and monthly basis
• Maintain and organize binders for Joint Commission (JCO) and state audit readiness
• Monitor first aid kits, bloodborne pathogen kits, emergency shears, and eyewash stations
• Process and submit weekly POs for maintenance, dietary, and housekeeping
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable, DPO, and CFO for sign-off and tracking
• Ensure all invoices and maintenance card receipts are reconciled

Additional Duties

Central Supply Oversight:

• Maintain patient hygiene supply inventory and weekly distribution by unit
• Oversee staff cleaning supply availability
• Submit inventory orders and track deliveries

Fleet Management:

• Coordinate vehicle cleaning, servicing, and repairs
• Receive and document incident reports related to company vehicles
• Ensure familiarity with and enforcement of transportation policy

Orientation & Staff Education:

• Lead the Environment of Care portion of new hire orientation monthly
• Provide staff education during Town Hall and through monthly "Moment for Safety" emails

Community Engagement:

• Attend quarterly Region D Healthcare Coalition meetings
• Submit emergency and communications plans as required

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune;in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or vocational certification preferred
• 2+ years of facilities, safety, or compliance experience (healthcare preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission standards and EOC principles
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and SharePoint navigation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Full-time, onsite position (Monday–Friday)
• Flexibility required during drills, inspections, or construction events
• Ability to walk campus grounds, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional standing, bending, and reaching during inspections or supply handling
• This position is key to the safety and operational success of Laurel Heights. The ideal candidate will be highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence in patient and staff safety.