Director of Emergency Services

Ascension; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Seton- Cedar Park Hospital in Cedar Park, TX, part of Ascension, seeks a leadership professional for Emergency Services. The role focuses on directing staff, improving patient care, and coordinating with departments to meet strategic goals.

Qualifications include a leadership track record, a current BLS credential, and RN/EMT/Paramedic/NREMT eligibility. A high school diploma with leadership experience or an associate/bachelor degree with leadership experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum credentials: BLS Provider within 30 days; valid through AHA or Red Cross.
• One or more of the following: NREMT, Paramedic, RN (registered nurse).

Responsibilities

• Develops departmental goals, standards and objectives aligned with organizational strategy.
• Oversees quality of patient care and coordinates services with patients, staff, physicians and other departments.
• Directs special projects and business analyses.
• Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluation of staff.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years leadership/management OR Associate's/Bachelor's with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years leadership/management

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Seton- Cedar Park Hospital
• Department: Emergency Services
• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

• Location: Cedar Park, TX
• Facility: Ascension Seton- Cedar Park Hospital
• Department: Emergency Services
• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Develops specific departmental goals, standards and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
• Oversees quality of patient care and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Directs special projects and business analyses.
• Conducts hiring, training, directing, development and evaluation of staff.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:
  • Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Paramedic obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

Additional Preferences

• Prior director experience in Emergency Services
• Strong ED Background
• Prior experience overseeing free standing ED's

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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