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Healthcare Life Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist (1099 Contract)

Nationwide Assignments | Travel Required | Acute Care Healthcare Experience Required

Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI) is seeking experienced healthcare compliance professionals for future Healthcare Life Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist contract opportunities across the United States. These project-based assignments are ideal for seasoned healthcare facilities and compliance professionals who bring deep expertise in Life Safety Code compliance, regulatory readiness, Environment of Care programs, construction compliance, and accreditation preparation within acute care settings.

As an Independent Contractor (1099), you will provide high-level subject matter expertise to healthcare facilities supporting Life Safety compliance initiatives, survey preparedness, deficiency management, documentation review, and regulatory readiness efforts. Assignments typically range from 3 to 6 months and may support existing VRI client sites, new account transitions, construction and renovation projects, regulatory audits, and targeted compliance initiatives.

Position Overview

The Healthcare Life Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist serves as a trusted subject matter expert in Life Safety Code compliance and healthcare regulatory standards. This role supports acute care healthcare facilities in maintaining ongoing compliance with CMS, The Joint Commission (TJC), DNV, NFPA, and other applicable regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Life Safety and Environment of Care assessments, inspections, and gap analyses
• Support regulatory readiness and accreditation survey preparation activities
• Review Life Safety drawings, documentation, and compliance records for accuracy and completeness
• Identify, document, track, and support resolution of Life Safety deficiencies and corrective actions
• Manage fire and smoke barrier inspection programs, documentation, and compliance reporting
• Support Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) during construction, renovation, and maintenance projects
• Review construction and renovation activities for compliance with applicable Life Safety and healthcare codes
• Assist with fire drills, emergency preparedness exercises, and compliance audits
• Prepare detailed reports, risk assessments, and regulatory documentation for leadership review
• Collaborate closely with facilities leadership, contractors, and project teams to ensure sustained compliance and readiness

Travel & Assignment Information

• Project assignments typically range from 3–6 months
• Opportunities may be located anywhere within the United States
• Comprehensive onboarding and orientation to the Vanguard Way will be provided
• Relocation is not required/nor is necessary
• Travel from your home base to assigned project sites is required
• Typical schedules may include Monday–Friday on-site assignments with weekend travel home, or other client-driven schedules as needed; could modify possibly to work 4x10's

Why Join Vanguard Resources (VRI)?

At Vanguard Resources, Inc., we believe exceptional healthcare begins with exceptional support services. You will join a respected, growing healthcare facilities management organization with a strong reputation for operational excellence and long-term partnerships with hospitals nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to lead in a high-visibility environment while making a direct impact on patient care every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vanguard Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.