Director Of Emergency Services

Title: Director of Emergency Services

Location: Houston, TX

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Compensation: $128,000 - $191,500/year (based on experience)

Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 17.5%

Position Overview

A large, full-service acute care hospital is seeking a Director of Emergency Services to lead its high-volume Adult ER with approximately 85 FTEs. This role oversees a high-acuity environment, ensuring operational excellence, quality patient care, and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Emergency Department, ensuring safe, efficient, and patient-centered care
• Monitor regulatory compliance, hospital policies, and accreditation standards
• Coach and develop ER managers and core staff, fostering professional growth
• Participate in hospital committees, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives
• Build strong relationships across the hospital and with community stakeholders
• Support recruitment and retention of top talent in the ED
• Oversee performance metrics, departmental programs, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of recent acute care ED Director or Manager experience
• Experience managing a high-volume Level I or II trauma center
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master's degree preferred (Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration)
• Current RN license in practicing state
• ACLS required
• PALS or ENPC required
• BLS required

Additional Information

• Adult ER: 37 beds, high patient volume
• Reporting: ED Director reports to VP Emergency Services; VP reports to CNO
• Staff Oversight: 2 ER managers, 5 CNCs, 85 FTEs

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including behavioral health and telemedicine
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Fertility, family building, and adoption support
• Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee wellness and mental health resources
• Additional voluntary benefits: legal, pet insurance, home/auto, identity protection

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