Job Title:
Plant Operations Compliance Coordinator
Company: Southern Ohio Medical Center
Location: Portsmouth, OH
Created: 2026-03-04
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at SOMC please log into UKG Pro to use the internal application process." Department: Operation of Plant Shift/schedule: Full Time (40 hrs/wk) GENERAL SUMMARY Works under the supervision of the Administrative Director of Plant Operations. The Plant Operations Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards related to Emergency Management and the Physical Environment within the healthcare facility. This position plays a key role in maintaining readiness for Joint Commission surveys, leading multidisciplinary teams in preparedness efforts, and ensuring that all documentation and processes meet regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in collaboration across departments. QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma or equivalent high school exam required Associate's degree preferred Licensure: None Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare facilities management, emergency preparedness, or compliance coordination preferred. Familiarity with Joint Commission standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, and emergency management requirements. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. Emergency Management Compliance Serve as the facility lead for compliance with Joint Commission Emergency Management standards. Chair and coordinate the multidisciplinary Emergency Preparedness Committee. Manage and maintain organizational policies and procedures related to Emergency Preparedness (e.g., Code Yellow, Code Orange, Code Green, etc.). Act as the primary point of contact for the Central Ohio Trauma System (COTS) and coordinate related reporting and drills. Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical departments to ensure readiness, training, and consistent application of emergency preparedness standards. Physical Environment Compliance Oversee compliance with Joint Commission Physical Environment standards for systems under the responsibility of Plant Operations/Maintenance. Ensure maintenance processes align with current regulatory requirements, including documentation of inspections, testing, and maintenance activities. Maintain organized, survey-ready documentation and evidence of compliance for all relevant systems and standards. Partner with the Maintenance Supervisor and Safety Officer to support continuous improvement and compliance tracking. General Duties Support internal and external audits or surveys by preparing reports, documentation, and corrective action plans as needed. Monitor changes in regulatory and accreditation requirements and communicate updates to appropriate leaders. Participate in Environment of Care (EOC) rounds and committees as assigned. Assist in developing and delivering staff education related to compliance areas. Thank you for your interest in Southern Ohio Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.