Emergency Medical Services Outreach Coordinator

VMFH Division Support Services; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Services Outreach Coordinator to bridge EMS providers with our hospital system, enhancing prehospital and emergency care. You will build relationships with EMS agencies, EDs and medical directors to identify opportunities for care improvement and lead education and QA initiatives.

You will analyze patient care data to drive performance improvements and serve as the advocate for trauma, stroke and cardiac service alignment between

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and four years of related work experience in an acute care hospital (Emergency, Trauma or Critical Care).
• Registered Nurse: WA (RN:WA).

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships with community EMS agencies, emergency departments and medical directors to improve communication and care.
• Lead educational initiatives to advance prehospital and hospital collaboration.
• Analyze patient care data to drive performance improvement and quality assurance.
• Advocate for trauma, stroke and cardiac service alignment between the field and hospital systems.

Skills

EMS partnerships

Education leadership

Quality assurance

Interpersonal skills

Education

RN WA license

EMT-P WA license

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Emergency Medical Services Outreach Coordinator, you will help bridge the gap between Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) and our regional EMS providers so they can deliver seamless, high-quality prehospital and emergency care.

Every day you will cultivate relationships with community EMS agencies, emergency departments, and medical directors to facilitate open communication and identify opportunities for care improvement. You will be expected to lead educational initiatives, analyze patient care data to drive performance improvement, and serve as the primary advocate for trauma, stroke, and cardiac service alignment between the field and our hospital systems.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong clinical knowledge of prehospital standards, a proven ability to lead professional education and quality assurance programs, and the interpersonal skills to effectively navigate complex clinical partnerships across state, local, and regional regulatory environments.

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and four years of related work experience in an acute care hospital in Emergency, Trauma or Critical Care that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities.
• Registered Nurse: WA (RN:WA)

OR

• Graduation from a state-approved EMG-Paramedic education program and two years of related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities.
• Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic: WA (EMT-P:WA)

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.