Emergency Management Coordinator

aah; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital is seeking a part-time Emergency Preparedness leader for on-site coordination. The role involves directing the program, overseeing committees, and ensuring readiness across hospital operations.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Emergency Management or EMT-P license, plus 3–4 years in emergency preparedness. Expect on-call duties, travel as needed, and collaboration with regional partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management or related field
• EMT-P license in state of practice
• 3–4 years in Emergency Department or emergency preparedness
• NHDP-BC or FEMA IS courses preferred (within 12 months)

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate and manage the operational activities of the Emergency Preparedness Program.
• Develop the Emergency Preparedness Committee and support related planning.
• Develop, plan, monitor and evaluate HICS and NIMS implementation.
• Oversee local/regional exercises including surge, PPE, decontamination and hazmat plans.
• Collaborate with local hospitals and agencies for regional disaster preparedness planning.
• Participate on committees such as Emergency Management and Infection Prevention.
• Lead hazmat activities and education initiatives.
• Plan and implement educational programs for Emergency Preparedness.
• Act as liaison during emergencies and document to regulatory standards.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA and regulatory agencies for hazmat training.

Skills

Computer skills

Self-starter

Organizational skills

Report writing

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management or related field

EMT-P license in state of practice

Job description

Department

10041 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Emergency Preparedness

Status

Part time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

20

Schedule Details / Additional Information

This position will be part-time. 40 hours every 2 weeks with rotating days on site. This is not a remote role and will require flexibility to take call.

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, coordinate and manage the operational activities of the Emergency Preparedness Program.
• Develops the Emergency Preparedness Committee including support to other Advocate Health Care Emergency Preparedness Committee Planning.
• Develop, plan, monitor, and evaluate the HICS (hospital incident command system) and NIMS (National Incident Management System)
• Work in collaboration with other disciplines to provide oversight for local/regional exercises that will evaluate effectiveness of the hospital's emergency preparedness program to include (but not limited too); surge, PPE, decontamination, isolation, hospital laboratory, hospital pharmacy, communication, and bioterrorism plans
• Work collaboratively with local and regional hospitals and governmental agencies to develop, plan, monitor, and evaluate regional disaster preparedness planning such the Illinois Mutual Aid Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and other plans.
• Participates on committees as requested, including, but not limited to: Emergency Management Committee, Environment of Care, Infection Prevention, Nursing Leadership
• Plan, direct, coordinate and manage hazmat activities and education
• Participates in the planning, development and implementation for educational programs for Emergency Preparedness.
• Acts as liaison during emergency event and documents according to regulatory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA, Accrediting Organization and all other regulatory agencies for hazmat training

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management or equivalent, or licensed with the State in which the TM practices as Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P)

Education Required

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Healthcare Administration, Business, Communication, Risk Management, Clinical or related discipline, or licensed with the State in which the TM practices as Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P).

Experience Required

3-4 years of experience in Emergency Department, field paramedic experience, or emergency preparedness required. Leadership experience preferred. National Healthcare Disaster Board Certification (NHDP-BC) preferred. FEMA IS Courses 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 within 12 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Basic computer skills, self-starter, good organizational skills with an attention to details and follow through, report writing capability. Demonstrates ability to work unsupervised.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to travel to for classes and meetings. Must be flexible to attend day, afternoon, and evening meetings/ classes. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life‑threatening diseases. Must be able to prepare and lecture on assigned topics. Job may require emergency call‑in situations available to work varied work schedule 24/7/365 in period of public health emergency. Acts as secondary operator of the Regional Hospital Coordination Center. Valid driver's license. Ability to lift >50 lbs. of equipment

Our Commitment to You

• Compensation: Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.