EOC Coordinator

Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Full Time EOC Coordinator for our Plant Operations department. Under the direction of the Plant Operations Manager, this person will be responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and maintaining critical elements of the Environment of Care/Life Safety Program to help ensure regulatory compliance and a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors across all IMC Facilities. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in using computers, software and web-based applications, including but not limited to Microsoft office suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels throughout the organization
• Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimum supervision.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, and multi-task effectively

EDUCATION:

• Associates degree in Healthcare, Business or Engineering/ Fire Science Required

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 3 years of EOC/Life Safety experience Required

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Coordinator will assist with identifying and recommending strategies to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission, Federal, State, Local codes/regulations related to the Environment of Care/Life Safety standards.
• Takes a proactive approach in identifying EOC/Life Safety hazards that could cause harm to IMC staff, patients, and visitors and works with the Plant Operations Manager to develop mitigation strategies and monitor mitigation implementation outcomes.
• This position may also have responsibility for elements of the Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness programs across the health system.
• Performs inspections and assessments necessary to maintain a safe environment such as environmental tours, hazardous materials & waste audits, and Environment of Care tracers, etc.
• Participates in the development and update of EOC/Life Safety Policies to maintain compliance with appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Performs Preventative Maintenance checks on select Fire/Life Safety equipment, as assigned.
• Coordinates and conducts Fire Drills across the health system while maintaining required documentation.
• Maintains all data and documentation related to the Safety Committee program at IMC.
• Maintains PM and Work Order Program for departments while meeting payroll & productivity deadlines
• Schedules and coordinates all Safety, Plant Operation, and Security meetings and minutes.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

• Great medical benefit plan
• Early access to earned wages
• Participation in robust state pension plan
• Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!

IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled