Emergency Preparedness Leader

Ochsner Health; Terrytown (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a dedicated Emergency Preparedness Manager to organize, coordinate, plan and conduct activities across emergency response, training and drill programs. You will serve as a liaison with local authorities and lead development and management of the Emergency Operations Plan across facilities.

Responsibilities include ensuring Joint Commission standards, maintaining documentation, participating in Incident Management Team, and guiding system-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have strong computer skills and data entry abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across levels of staff and leadership.
• Ability to work independently and build rapport with authorities.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and conducts emergency preparedness and response training for personnel.
• Leads emergency preparedness efforts and updates the Emergency Operations Plan.
• Plans and evaluates drills and exercises across the system or region.
• Oversees Emergency Management Committees and reports as required.
• Acts as liaison with health authorities and completes documentation for compliance.
• Participates in system-wide emergency management initiatives and IMT activities.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry

Liaison with authorities

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree

Tools

ESF8

MS Office

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a dedicated Emergency Preparedness Manager to organize, coordinate, plan and conduct activities across emergency response, training and drill programs. You will serve as a liaison with local authorities and lead development and management of the Emergency Operations Plan across facilities.

Responsibilities include ensuring Joint Commission standards, maintaining documentation, participating in Incident Management Team, and guiding system-wide initiatives.