Emergency Management and Operational Continuity Coordinator Senior

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem seeks a candidate for an Emergency Management position. This role includes developing hazard analyses, coordinating training programs for staff, and managing the hospital’s Incident Command System during emergencies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and at least five to seven years of related experience. Strong regulatory knowledge and the ability to work under stress in emergencies are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum five to seven years of experience in emergency management or related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Must be available for emergency activations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain hazard vulnerability analyses (HVAs).
• Coordinate education and training programs for staff.
• Manage the hospital's Incident Command System (ICS) during emergencies.

Skills

Knowledge of Joint Commission

Competence in MS Excel

Understanding regulatory requirements

Ability to work under stress

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assistsin developing andmaintainingcomprehensivehazard vulnerability analyses (HVAs) with risk identification and prioritization,emergency operationsplans(EOPs), including plan evaluations and updates.
• Monitors and coordinates local compliance activities for Emergency Management regulatory requirements (CMS, Joint Commission, OSHA, NFPA, etc.);maintainscontinuous state of readiness for surveys and for cause investigations by regulatory and accreditation bodies.
• Coordinates andfacilitateseducation and training programs for hospital/healthcare staff on emergency procedures(including communications); organizes local drills and full-scale exercises to test response capabilities.
• Activates and manages the hospital or facility’s Incident Command System (ICS) during emergencies. May include periodic after hours/weekend/holiday on-call dutieswith emergency message communications during drills and incidents.
• Facilitates incident debriefings and after-action-report (AAR) completion following incident command activation.
• Assistsdepartments in drafting and updating COOP plans; coordinating COOP training and awareness campaigns; assessing and tracking plan compliance;facilitatesand supports continuity drills, exercises and documentation of outcomes and improvement plans.
• Ensuresdocumentation and reporting of emergency management activities.
• Participates in regional healthcare coalitions and emergency management planning committees; builds relationships with local emergency management, law enforcement, and public agencies.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• None Required.
• ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Emergency Management, Public Health, Business, Administration, Risk Management, Clinical or related discipline.

Experience Required

• Minimum five to seven years of experience in related disciplinerequired;demonstratedknowledge of regulatory (including experience of at least one CMS/TJC/DNV survey) and regulatory agency code requirements, and the progressive application of those standards; National Incident Management System (NIMS); familiarity with state medical facilities licensure requirements preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Basic knowledge of the Joint Commission, CARF, NFPA, NIMS, DNV, CMS and HSEEP programs
• Must be competent in working with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Solid understanding of all relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements for healthcare emergency management.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Work is primarily in office settings but includes time in clinical areas, command centers, and outdoor spaces. Exposure to healthcare operations, including patient care areas.
• Must be available for activation during emergencies, including infectious disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and mass casualty events. May work extended hours during incidents or exercises.
• Ability to walk, stand, and move around (inside and outside) hospital and healthcare facilities during drills, inspections, and emergencies.
• May need to lift or carry emergency supplies or equipment (typically up to 25-50 lbs.)
• Use of computers, radios, and emergency communication devices.
• Handling and organizing emergency kits, signage, and documentation.
• Ability to read plans, maps, and digital displays.
• Hear and respond to alarms, radio communications, and verbal instructions in noisy environments.
• May berequiredto respond during off-hours, weekends, or holidays.
• Must be able to work under stress during real emergencies or high-pressure drills.

Preferred Job Requirements

Preferred Certification/License/Registration

• ICS-300
• ICS-400
• Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional (CHEP)
• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

Preferred Education

• Master’s degree preferred

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Competency in MS Planner and Teams.