Healthcare Life Safety Consultant

Company Overview At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place. We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -- we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks. Job Overview Jensen Hughes is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented team member to join our collaborative team. In this role, you will deliver exceptional Life Safety, Physical Environment, and Emergency Management consulting services to healthcare organizations, helping them achieve compliance with CMS and/or Accrediting Organization standards. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, wall-to-wall assessments of healthcare facilities and mult-day surveys, capturing critical data, developing inclusive plans of correction, and collaborating with clients to implement solutions that meet applicable codes, standards, and regulations, including NFPA, Joint Commission, CMS, DNV, and other AHJs.
• Utilize Emergency Management principles to support consulting efforts, program assessments, hazard vulnerability analyses (HVAs), procedure design, training, and drills/exercises tailored to healthcare clients’ unique needs.
• Lead client engagements, cultivating strong relationships, and driving business growth with a focus on accessibility and innovation in consulting services

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in fire protection, fire science, safety, emergency management, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience combined with an associate degree will also be considered. Certification as CHFM and/or CFPS is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in healthcare compliance, particularly in Life Safety, Environment of Care (Physical Environment), and Emergency Management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, fostering a high level of productivity under pressure.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with a strong commitment to quality and inclusion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and respectfully to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to translate codes, regulations, and standards into practical, client-focused solutions.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 101 (The Life Safety Code®) and related standards (e.g., NFPA 13, 72, and 25) and familiarity with accrediting organizations’ Life Safety and Environment of Care standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, DNV, ACHC, AAAHC).
• Comprehensive understanding of CMS 2016 Emergency Preparedness Rule and related Emergency Management standards, as well as relevant NFPA standards (e.g., NFPA 99, NFPA 1600).
• Proficient in public speaking, with the ability to deliver inclusive and engaging presentations to diverse groups.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and adaptable to learning new tools.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Willingness to travel potentially up to 50% domestically, with opportunities for international travel.

Location: This position is ideally based in our North America West Region (California, Washington, Oregon). Remote work options will be considered on a case-by-case basis, ensuring accessibility for qualified candidates. #LI-BD1 Apply Job!