Life Safety Code Surveyor

About the role

Nationwide search — the selected candidate can be located anywhere in the United States. We are seeking an experienced Director of Healthcare Facilities Management or similar professional for Life Safety Code surveyor opportunities. The role requires experience in facilities management and safety. Life Safety Code Surveyors review assigned functions in the Environment of Care throughout the United States, provide general evaluation services, education, and consultation consistent with applicable Joint Commission standards, policies, and protocols, and determine the degree of compliance with applicable standards, specifically NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned functions in the Environment of Care across healthcare facilities nationwide
• Provide evaluation services, education, and consultation aligned with Joint Commission standards, policies, and protocols
• Determine compliance with applicable standards, particularly NFPA 101 Life Safety Code

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field (required)

Certifications & Licensure

• Current certification/licensure/registration in a field related to plant, technology, and/or safety management (preferred) — e.g., Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP), Healthcare Environmental Manager (HEM), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Professional Engineer (PE)
• CPHQ certification (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) through the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) required at time of hire or must be attained by December 31, 2028

Experience

• Five years in a management position in engineering, facilities management, hazardous materials and waste management, emergency preparedness, biomedical equipment, and/or utility systems, or as the organization’s Safety Officer (required)
• Eight years of hospital experience in facilities management (preferred)
• Direct involvement with a minimum of two Joint Commission surveys

Knowledge

• Joint Commission Physical Environment standards, including Life Safety Code (NFPA 101), Health Care Facilities Code (NFPA 99), and other relevant NFPA standards
• Specialized knowledge of building systems, utility systems, and fire protection systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to observe, in real time and without slowing or interrupting, all applicable types of ongoing health care treatment (including emergency treatment, treatment during weather and other extreme situations)
• Standing for long periods, walking lengthy distances, lifting, climbing, stooping, pulling, and pushing to adequately inspect and observe medical