Emergency Manager-Orangeburg

MUSC Health; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Orangeburg, SC seeks an Hospital Emergency Manager to lead emergency preparedness and response programs for the site. You will develop and maintain the EOP, coordinate training, and work with internal departments and external agencies to improve readiness.

You will ensure regulatory compliance (CMS, Joint Commission), conduct risk assessments, manage ICS activations, and support surge planning and recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years progressive work experience with 2 years in management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the hospital’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
• Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, ASPR, and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Plan and execute emergency preparedness training and exercises.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal emergency management agencies and healthcare coalitions.
• Lead the hospital’s Incident Command System (ICS) during activations.
• Manage emergency communication systems, including mass notification and radio systems.
• Assist in surge planning, patient movement coordination, and disaster recovery efforts.
• Evaluate after-action reports and improve response plans accordingly.

Skills

Emergency management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Hospital Emergency Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the hospital's emergency preparedness and response programs. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, coordinates training and exercises, and collaborates with internal departments and external agencies to enhance the hospital’s ability to respond to and recover from emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the hospital’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
• Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, ASPR, and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Plan and execute emergency preparedness training and exercises.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal emergency management agencies and healthcare coalitions.
• Lead the hospital’s Incident Command System (ICS) during activations.
• Manage emergency communication systems, including mass notification and radio systems.
• Assist in surge planning, patient movement coordination, and disaster recovery efforts.
• Evaluate after-action reports and improve response plans accordingly.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.

Experience: At least 7 years progressive work experience and 2 years management experience.

EEO Statement

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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