Program Manager Emergency Mgmt FT McAllen

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System in McAllen is seeking a qualified professional to manage Emergency Preparedness and HAZMAT programs. You will oversee the planning and execution of drills, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, and educate on emergency management standards.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or have equivalent experience in emergency management. A strong understanding of compliance and effective communication are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with all policies.
• Ability to communicate clearly with nursing and administration.
• Sensitivity to cultural and bilingual issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall Emergency Preparedness and HAZMAT coordination.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
• Oversee Emergency Preparedness programs and drills across multiple agencies.

Skills

Office machine operation

Basic Business Skills

Time Management

Well Organized

Quality improvement tools usage

Joint Commission Emergency Management knowledge

Hazardous Materials and Waste standards knowledge

Management experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

8 years of experience in emergency management

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certification

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing management in the overall management, coordination and education activities associated with Emergency Preparedness (EP), and hazardous materials (HAZMAT). Maintains knowledge and expertise in EP and HAZMAT programs and policies. Manages the South Texas Health System (STHS) planning and implementation of EP drills and exercises with the STHS, city, county, regional, and state representatives. Maintains and updates resource materials associated with Emergency Operations Plan(s), and Waste Management Plan(s) to ensure that they adhere to any local, state, and federal regulations; Manages the activities of the Emergency Preparedness Subcommittee; supports the implementation & ongoing education of The Joint Commission Emergency Management Standards, National Incident Management System (NIMS), National Response Plan (NR) and the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS).

Maintains compliance with applicable regulatory agency requirements, including; The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), State and Local agencies, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), etc.

Qualifications

1. Maintain competency to operate office machines and system applications.
2. Basic Business Skills
3. Time Management
4. Well Organized
5. Use of quality improvement tools and methods preferred.
6. Knowledgeable with Joint Commission Emergency Management standards
7. Knowledgeable with Joint Commision Hazardous Materials and Waste standards
8. Previous work history in a management position preferred
9. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

1. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or 8 years of experience in emergency management in an acute care setting in lieu of a degree required.
2. Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.
3. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians.
4. Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certification preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.