EMS System Coordinator

Advocate Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital EMS Systems is seeking a full-time in-office role to oversee the operational management of the EMS system, including education, quality assurance, and community outreach activities. The position requires RN with EMS experience or EMT-P with EMS experience and a strong clinical background in trauma center settings.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, budgeting input, and coordination of statewide certification programs while maintaining strong collaboration

Qualifications

• RN with 3-5 years EMS experience or EMT-P with 5-7 years EMS experience.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• 3-4 years clinical experience.
• Experience at a Level I or II Trauma Center/IDPH Resource Hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and delivery of educational programs for EMS personnel and hospital staff.
• Coordinate Quality Assurance programs and use results for process improvement.
• Lead community outreach and AED Public Access program initiatives as needed.
• Support the development of the Critical Care Paramedic Certification in coordination with the State of Illinois.
• Provide liaison for hospital EMSS programs and participate in regional/state committees as necessary.

Skills

EMS experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Department: 12116 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Emergency Medical Services Systems (EMSS) Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: This is role is a full-time, in office position.

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities

Coordinates the operational oversight of the Good Samaritan Hospital Emergency Medical Services System, which provides pre-hospital emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to 33 communities, private ambulance companies, and 9 Associate Hospitals. 1)Coordinates the development and implementation of educational needs of the EMS System. This will include initial and on-going education for pre-hospital personnel as well as RN’s in the hospital environment. 2)Coordinates the implementation and maintenance of Quality Assurance Programs for the Good Samaritan Hospital EMS System. The results of which provide feedback for process improvement and educational opportunities. 3)Coordinates community outreach or hospital-based public relations based events as needed ie. AED Public Access Programs. 4)Coordinate the development and implementation of the Critical Care Paramedic Certification Program in co-operation with the State of Illinois. Coordinates community outreach programs as they relate to EMSS/Good Samaritan Hospital and the communities we serve. 1)Liaison for hospital-based programs that interface Good Samaritan Hospital with EMSS 2)Coordinates Good Samaritan Hospital EMSS in community health fair participation. 3)Assists in the development of educational programs for the communities emergency rescue workers Implements and maintains the Good Samaritan Hospital Quality Improvement Program for EMSS 1)Coordinates the collection and reporting of state mandated quality improvement data to the state of Illinois for both EMSS and Trauma 2)Coordinates quality improvement information to benefit the educational needs of EMSS care givers. Coordinates the educational needs of EMSS providers and staff members. Includes the education of paramedics, Emergency Communication Registered Nurses (ECRN), Trauma Nurses (TNS) and medical staff related to EMSS. Provide operational oversight for the EMSS and Paramedic Certification Program department 1)Provide ongoing and annual performance feedback for associates in the department 2)Provide input for the annual budgeting process 3)Maintain operational budget 4)Hold assoiciates accountable to the behavioral expectations as defined by Advocate Healthcare Provides direction and oversight for EMSS by staying current regulations governing the emergency medical system in the state of Illinois 1)Maintains knowledge of state regulations related to EMS practice and education 2)Updates administrative leadership on changes to regulations and recommends resources to achieve/maintain regulatory standards 3)Participates in local, regional and state level committees as necessary.

Education/Experience Required

• RN with 3-5 years EMS experience or EMT-P with 5-7 years EMS experience
• Master’s Degree preferred
• 3-4 years clinical experience
• Experience at a Level I or II Trauma Center/IDPH Resource Hospital preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Flexibility & Resilience
• Adequately developed:
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• EMT-P in the State of Illinois
• Current ACLS, PHTLS, TNS, TNCC, PALS/PEPP as related to field

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

24 hour accountability Flexibility-unusual work hours under stressful conditions Frequent off-site traveling to classrooms, fire departments, Associate Hospitals and IDPH state meetings This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: 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 Benefits and more 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.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It's offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there's a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we'll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care