Maintenance Worker

Havasu Regional Medical Center

Job Title: Maintenance Worker

Job Type: Full Time

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.

Where We Are:

Lake Havasu City has earned the reputation as the outdoor recreation mecca of the southwest. Blessed by an ideal climate, captivating scenery, beautiful yet rugged mountains, tranquil desert and the azure waters of the Colorado River, Lake Havasu's 45-mile long lake is an oasis of natural beauty. Come live where others only get to vacation.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more

Position Summary:

Assists in assigned activities of plant operation functions 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. Assists in maintaining performance improvement activities within the facility and participates in CQI activities. Performs general maintenance and repair duties to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Physical Plant. Receives daily direction from the Director of Plant Operations via verbal or written communications. May share on call with Director of Plant Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Job Specific:

Reports daily to the Director of Plant Operations regarding the physical and structural conditions of hospital facilities and the status of work in progress.

Participates in the applications of standards of quality and productivity for the facility. Follows policies, procedures and standards of work performance for maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and building systems.

Assists in administering the maintenance program to ensure the uninterrupted operation of the entire physical plant.

Works closely with other departments and administration. Negotiates priorities, plans work schedules, completes job assignments, and requests orders of needed materials, supplies and parts.

Performs and completes maintenance repair work, alterations, remodeling, minor construction, and checks out installation and servicing of mechanical and electrical equipment and building systems.

Assists with maintaining stock levels of materials and parts within budgetary constraints.

Assists in ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements in regards to the energy management program.

Assists with coordination of all fire and safety measures throughout the hospital, including fire and safety inspections and procedures in conjunction with Safety and Security Departments when requested.

Participates in performance improvement and information management activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Company Specific:

Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean and wears appropriate identification while on duty

Completes annual health, safety, and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development.

Maintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.

Reports to work on time as scheduled; adheres to policies regarding notification of absence.

Attends all mandatory in-services and staff meetings.

Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.

Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.

Maintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable.

Consistently demonstrates Guest Relations skills to patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact.

Consistently follows departmental and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures.

HIPAA: Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws, follow hospital policy in provision of patient confidentiality. Able to identify patient confidentiality issues and reports to proper hospital personnel immediately.

Compliance: Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with standards set forth in Kindreds Code of Conduct, Kindred policy and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School diploma or the equivalent.
• At least 2 years experience with maintenance preferably in a hospital setting.

Required Skills:

• Familiarity with Joint Commission and other regulatory policy and procedures highly preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of basic equipment.
• Appropriate telephone communication skills.

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

Physical and Safety Requirements:

• Good general health and stress coping ability.
• Full mobility and ability to participate in vigorous activity.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with all constituents (patients, families, peers, and other healthcare team members) as needed for assessment, intervention, and professional development.
• Possess near vision acuity for accurate reading of equipment and recording on patient charts.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

EEOC Statement:

Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.