What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Technician position at Palmetto Infusion?
About Us:
Palmetto Infusion provides comprehensive ambulatory and home-based infusion services to both acute and chronically ill patients. Our centers care for people by providing patients and their families with a convenient, affordable, and safe place to receive infusion treatments. We strive for more than personal service – always delivering a warm and attentive health care experience that boosts patients’ state-of-mind, improves their health, and quality of life.
At Palmetto Infusion, we believe in creating an experience that goes beyond just a job. It's about being part of something bigger than yourself - a connected group of caretakers who work together to restore health and hope to our patients. We call it The Palmetto Experience, and we believe it's what sets us apart from other employers.
For our employees, The Palmetto Experience means we serve and support people in our purpose to restore health and hope, we build a culture of belonging and collaboration, we deliver on our promise to treat people with respect and empathy, and we strive to embrace change and search for new opportunities.
About the Role:
The purpose of this position is to support the ongoing physical operations of the company, to include building maintenance, interior repairs, replacement of FF&E and other necessary tasks that arise on a daily basis. This position may be utilized to perform painting, plumbing, light electrical, general repairs, vehicle maintenance, as well as landscaping. The FMT will also work with the facilities team to plan and execute all new clinic / facility openings to include transporting furniture and supplies and setting up the facility for clinic or administrative use.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience/Education:
At Palmetto Infusion, we believe that patient advocacy is at the heart of everything we do, regardless of our roles within the organization. Each member of our team is dedicated to putting the needs and well-being of our patients first. Whether we're working directly with patients or supporting them behind the scenes, our commitment to being a compassionate advocate is paramount. We understand that every interaction, every decision, and every effort contribute to the quality of care our patients receive.
Together, we strive to ensure that every individual feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healthcare journey. This dedication to patient-centered care is what creates "The Palmetto Experience" — a standard of excellence that defines us and enriches the lives of those we serve.
Physical Demands:
All employees must uphold the confidentiality of protected health information and follow all HIPAA policies. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of information may be grounds for immediate termination.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Palmetto Infusion provides comprehensive ambulatory and home-based infusion services to both acute and chronically ill patients. Our centers care for people by providing patients and their families with a convenient, affordable, and safe place to receive infusion treatments. We strive for more than personal service – always delivering a warm and attentive health care experience that boosts patients’ state-of-mind, improves their health, and quality of life.
At Palmetto Infusion, we believe in creating an experience that goes beyond just a job. It's about being part of something bigger than yourself - a connected group of caretakers who work together to restore health and hope to our patients. We call it The Palmetto Experience, and we believe it's what sets us apart from other employers.
For our employees, The Palmetto Experience means we serve and support people in our purpose to restore health and hope, we build a culture of belonging and collaboration, we deliver on our promise to treat people with respect and empathy, and we strive to embrace change and search for new opportunities.
About the Role:
The purpose of this position is to support the ongoing physical operations of the company, to include building maintenance, interior repairs, replacement of FF&E and other necessary tasks that arise on a daily basis. This position may be utilized to perform painting, plumbing, light electrical, general repairs, vehicle maintenance, as well as landscaping. The FMT will also work with the facilities team to plan and execute all new clinic / facility openings to include transporting furniture and supplies and setting up the facility for clinic or administrative use.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience/Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Proficient in carpentry, general knowledge of electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
- Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record, free of disciplinary restrictions.
- Supports new facility setup and renovation projects, including extensive travel up to 10–14 weeks per year, occasionally for over a week at a time.
- Works overtime as needed, with sufficient notice, to meet departmental goals, project deadlines, and urgent maintenance needs.
- Responds to facility maintenance requests within 48 hours and coordinates necessary on-site work promptly.
- Maintains, secures, and tracks all tools and supplies required for efficient job performance.
- Keeps maintenance vehicle clean, safe, and in good working order; reports issues promptly and ensures timely servicing in compliance with regulations.
- Accurately logs all maintenance and vehicle service activities, including vendor details, VIN, and repair times; submits records with bi-weekly payroll.
- Maintains open communication with site managers, gathers feedback on maintenance needs, and adjusts tasks accordingly.
- Actively engages in safety programs, quality improvement initiatives, and other team-based activities.
- Attends required in-services and complies with all company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
- Communicates respectfully with staff and patients and strictly maintains patient confidentiality.
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Supplemental Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Health Savings Account
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts
- Ramsey SmartDollar Program
- Referral Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Time Off
- 8 Paid Company Holidays
At Palmetto Infusion, we believe that patient advocacy is at the heart of everything we do, regardless of our roles within the organization. Each member of our team is dedicated to putting the needs and well-being of our patients first. Whether we're working directly with patients or supporting them behind the scenes, our commitment to being a compassionate advocate is paramount. We understand that every interaction, every decision, and every effort contribute to the quality of care our patients receive.
Together, we strive to ensure that every individual feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healthcare journey. This dedication to patient-centered care is what creates "The Palmetto Experience" — a standard of excellence that defines us and enriches the lives of those we serve.
Physical Demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk and hear. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with patients, vendors, and staff.
All employees must uphold the confidentiality of protected health information and follow all HIPAA policies. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of information may be grounds for immediate termination.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.