EMS Coordinator

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension in Chicago, IL, seeks a dynamic leader for the Emergency Department to build strategic partnerships, develop pipelines for outreach, and educate partners to improve facility utilization and patient satisfaction. The role focuses on driving growth and expanding service reach within the community.

The position requires a mix of clinical leadership experience and strategic planning, with preference for Paramedic or RN licenses. Day shift, full-time hours in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's/Bachelor's with 2 years OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Leadership or management experience preferred (3 years).
• Paramedic license and RN license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strategic relationships with community partners and healthcare leaders to drive organizational growth and expand service reach.
• Implement pipeline development initiatives by sharing vital information about hospital services and specialists to strengthen external partnerships.
• Conduct targeted meetings with key partners to identify needs and provide educational solutions that improve facility utilization and patient satisfaction.
• Develop and track strategic growth plans to overcome obstacles and ensure the organization meets its long-term community care targets.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

3 years leadership or management experience

Job description

• Cultivate strategic relationships with community partners and healthcare leaders to drive organizational growth and expand service reach.
• Implement pipeline development initiatives by sharing vital information about hospital services and specialists to strengthen external partnerships.
• Conduct targeted meetings with key partners to identify needs and provide educational solutions that improve facility utilization and patient satisfaction.
• Develop and track strategic growth plans to overcome obstacles and ensure the organization meets its long-term community care targets.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Chicago, IL
• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph
• Department: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Cultivate strategic relationships with community partners and healthcare leaders to drive organizational growth and expand service reach.
• Implement pipeline development initiatives by sharing vital information about hospital services and specialists to strengthen external partnerships.
• Conduct targeted meetings with key partners to identify needs and provide educational solutions that improve facility utilization and patient satisfaction.
• Develop and track strategic growth plans to overcome obstacles and ensure the organization meets its long-term community care targets.

Education

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

• Paramedic license and RN license preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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