Medical Planner

Position: Medical Planner - Healthcare Architecture (Hybrid, Phoenix)

A healthcare-focused architecture team is seeking a Medical Planner to support the design and planning of innovative clinical environments. This hybrid role, based in Phoenix, is suited for professionals with a minimum of five years of experience, up to senior-level planners with deep expertise in healthcare design. The position involves translating clinical operations into architectural solutions that enhance patient care, staff efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and coordination of clinical spaces, including floor plans, interior elevations, ceiling layouts, and medical equipment planning.
• Provide oversight or mentorship to project team members, depending on experience level.
• Ensure continuity of design intent throughout documentation and implementation phases.
• Participate in conceptual design and planning of healthcare facilities, aligning architectural solutions with client operational models.
• Serve as a liaison for client inquiries and facilitate real-time problem-solving with clinical stakeholders.
• Apply healthcare codes, licensing standards, and regulatory requirements to assigned project segments.
• Prepare and coordinate design documentation in accordance with firm standards and industry best practices.
• Integrate research and evidence-based design principles into planning strategies.
• Lead or participate in project meetings focused on coordination, technical issues, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Document client meetings and prepare coordination materials as needed.
• Collaborate on project budgeting and maintain accountability to schedules and utilization targets.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and contributing to proposals and planning.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Architectural licensure strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare design and planning; senior-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Sustainable design accreditation is a plus.
• Proficiency in architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling tools (e.g., Rhino, Grasshopper).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of healthcare planning concepts, including patient safety and evidence-based design.
• Knowledge of healthcare facility design guidelines, building codes, and accessibility standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.