Furnishing, Fixtures & Equipment Planner

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This job budgets, schedules and coordinates the acquisition of furniture, fixtures and equipment for assigned construction projects. Furnishes architects, engineers and contractors with necessary information to properly prepare for furniture, fixtures and equipment and provides interior design and space planning services. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering or Architecture
3 years experience in equipment planning
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to and experience with working under stressful situations.
Ability to and experience working with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Must be able to work in a medium activity level transporting various size packages, parts and tools all around main campus and off campus.
Must be able to move throughout the department, the hospital and between off campus sites.

Nice To Haves

2 years experience in the healthcare field

Responsibilities

Executes and documents equipment planning duties for assigned projects by providing proper coordination and communication with Architect, consultants and Internal Project Managers.
Develops and tracks FF&E component of project budget escalating issues as needed
Creates and maintains finish standardization cross the system.
Procures, schedules and coordinates activities for a timely installation of equipment that coincides with department goals.
Prepares room finish schedule and select fabrics for all furnishings for assigned projects; and performs space planning activities as required.
Other duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.