Computer - aided Design & Drafting Designer

Job Title

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job supports the Facilities Development and Facilities Management teams through the use of drafting and design technology by creating new drawings, updating existing drawings and life safety code plans, as well as compiling technical databases. Performs other duties as assigned for an assortment of organization departments, outside architects, and consultants.

Education

Required - High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred - Associates of Applied Sciences in drafting & design technology or a related field (architectural, construction, interior design)

Work Experience

Required - 1 year experience with drafting and design technology

Preferred - Drafting experience in architectural, mechanical, and electrical fields

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge and experience operating IBM compatible PC, HP plotter, HP laser jet printer, and other miscellaneous peripherals.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to organize technical information into comprehensible databases.
• Ability to and experience working under stressful situations with frequent interruptions.

Job Duties

• Conducts field (interior and exterior) investigations and verifies existing as-built conditions and computerizes or inserts files of new conditions supplied by architects.
• Updates and manages all computer drawing files, as well as hard copies and related databases of existing facilities.
• Prepares documentation of miscellaneous construction activities and inspects contractor work consistent with organizational standards.
• Supports various departments, project engineers, and outside consultants.
• Assists Project Manager(s) with design, coordination, and review of projects with users and consultants.
• Attends construction meetings.
• Compiles technical databases for special requests and/or to satisfy requirements of regulatory agencies.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.