Safety Code Specialist

Life Safety Code Specialist (LSCS)

Location: Remotely – Home Office.

Medxcel leads the transformation of healthcare facilities management by incorporating a new approach to providing services. Created by healthcare, for healthcare, we have a dedicated focus on our people and customers, as well as providing tools, processes, support resources, data analytics and insource strategies that drive results. The Life Safety Code Specialist (LSCS) is Medxcel’s resource for compliance with NFPA 101-Life Safety Code©, Federal, State, and local Fire and Life Safety regulatory requirements as well as accreditation organizations such as CMS, The Joint Commission, DNV, and others.

The LSCS reviews each facility’s Life Safety Drawings to ensure accuracy and code compliance and provides applicable changes to leadership. The LSCS conducts technical fire & life safety inspections and assessments of existing structures, occupancies, and life and fire safety protective features across hospitals, critical care facilities, assisted living, ambulatory surgery centers, business occupancies, and emergency care centers. Upon completion, the LSCS prepares concise and comprehensive reports detailing deficiencies, guidance, and cost‑effective resolution strategies.

The LSCS also provides expert consultation, education, and technical assistance to Medxcel FM’s operations, Ascension Ministry Facilities, and commercial facilities to ensure compliance with the Life Safety Code© and referenced publications.

• Perform and document Life Safety building tour assessments.
• Review Life Safety Drawings for accuracy and code compliance.
• Provide oversight to the eSOC process.
• Document all observations utilizing applicable Medxcel FM technology.
• Create action plans to ensure regulatory compliance for new and existing Medxcel FM business units in relation to the Life Safety Code©.
• Communicate findings/changes to the Medxcel Auto CAD technician for Life Safety Drawing updates.
• Communicate findings to Medxcel Leadership regarding code compliance liability potential.
• Provide additional support to Medxcel Compliance team in relation to Joint Commission Support when required.

• Education: Bachelor degree in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science Technology or equivalent level of education or experience - required.
• License/Certification: Current certification/licensure/registration such as Certified Health Care Facilities Management (CHFM) or Certified Health Care Safety Professional (CHSP) - required.
• NFPA Certified Life Safety Specialist (CLSS-HC) for Health Care Facility Managers or ability to obtain certificate within 12 months from date of hire - preferred.
• Experience:
  • 3+ years of healthcare experience in engineering, fire protection environment, or safety management - required.
  • 3+ years of completing building life safety assessments in varied occupancies - required.
  • Experience in Life Safety Code© compliance activities - required.
  • Experience with the Joint Commission’s Physical Environment and CMS’s Conditions of Participation - preferred.
  • Experience in engineering, fire protection, building maintenance, building construction, architectural science, safety, or related fields - preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • In‑depth knowledge of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code© (2012 Edition) and referenced publications.
  • Maintain current knowledge of Joint Commission Environment of Care standards including the Life Safety Code©.
  • Familiarity with NFPA 101A Guide to Alternative Approaches to Life Safety Fire System Evaluation System process and program.
  • Project management skills including coordination, communication, prioritization, troubleshooting, and completion goals.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate across all levels.
  • Problem solving – identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and analyze information skillfully.
  • Planning/organizing – prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and develop realistic action plans.
  • Adaptability – adapt quickly to changes in scope or direction and be flexible to adopting changes quickly.
  • High‑level motivation and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with little supervision.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects in a matrix team environment.
  • Professional representation of the organization, obtaining collaborative results.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD.
  • Respectful engagement with stakeholders without compromising on message delivery.
  • Openness to direction, inquiry, and idea exchange.
  • Travel 60–80% (overnight travel required) with access to a major airport.