Executive Director, Emergency Department

CHS Career Site; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Reimbursement

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with Employer Matching

Job summary

Northwest Health- La Porte seeks a Director of the Emergency Department to provide strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operational management in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will guide staffing, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with medical and nursing leadership to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining readiness for emergencies.

Lead efforts to improve throughput and patient experience, drive performance metrics, and foster a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 7+ years of direct experience may substitute for a degree.
• Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Emergency Department leadership and patient-centered care.
• Coordinate with medical staff to improve throughput and patient experience.
• Monitor metrics like LOS and patient satisfaction and drive improvements.
• Ensure regulatory readiness and compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

7+ years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Northwest Health- La Porte seeks a Director of the Emergency Department to provide strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operational management in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will guide staffing, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with medical and nursing leadership to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining readiness for emergencies.

Lead efforts to improve throughput and patient experience, drive performance metrics, and foster a