Healthcare Life Safety Code Consultant, Physical Environment, Emergency Management

Jensen Hughes

. Lead on-site physical environment assessments and multiday surveys of healthcare facilities .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in healthcare consulting with a focus on life safety, emergency management, and compliance with NFPA and CMS standards. Capable of developing tailored solutions, conducting training, and managing client relationships effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Healthcare Consulting ExperienceNFPA 101 KnowledgeEmergency Management ExpertiseClient Engagement LeadershipBusiness Development Skills

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Hard Skills

Fire ProtectionEmergency ManagementLife Safety ComplianceHazard Vulnerability AnalysisPolicy DevelopmentTraining DevelopmentRegulatory Requirements TranslationSurgical Fire PreventionAccreditation Standards FamiliarityClient Solutions Development

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeTechnology Platforms

Industry Keywords

NFPA StandardsCMS Emergency Preparedness RuleThe Joint CommissionDNVACHCAAAHC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead on-site physical environment assessments and multiday surveys of healthcare facilities
Document findings and develop tailored plans of correction
Work with clients on solutions meeting NFPA, CMS, accrediting organization, and authority having jurisdiction requirements
Assess emergency management programs and conduct hazard vulnerability analyses
Develop policies, procedures, training, and simulation exercises for healthcare organizations
Translate regulatory requirements into practical client strategies
Deliver hands-on and classroom training in fire safety, fire response, and surgical fire prevention
Serve as a primary contact for client engagements and address client needs
Support business development by identifying opportunities, contributing to proposals, participating in industry events, and presenting solutions
Collaborate across disciplines to develop services, professional insights, and client education materials
Keep current with regulatory, accreditation, and professional-practice changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in fire protection, fire science, safety, emergency management, or a related field is preferred; an associate degree with relevant experience will also be considered
At least five years of healthcare consulting or compliance experience involving life safety, environment of care or physical environment, and emergency management
Experience leading client engagements and working with stakeholders to develop and implement solutions
Experience identifying new business opportunities or expanding client relationships
Knowledge of NFPA 101 and related standards, including NFPA 13, 72, and 25
Familiarity with standards used by The Joint Commission, DNV, ACHC, and AAAHC
Understanding of the CMS 2016 Emergency Preparedness Rule and relevant NFPA standards, including NFPA 99 and 1600
Communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information to varied audiences
Ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new technology platforms
Ability to travel domestically up to 50%, with potential international assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan
Healthcare coverage
Competitive total rewards package
Other benefits, varying depending on position and location