Coordinator, EMS & Emergency Management Preparedness

OSF HealthCare • Pontiac, IL

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About The Position

The Emergency Medical Services System and Emergency Management Coordinator oversees EMS System compliance and emergency management activities under the direction of EMS Leadership. The role supports preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery efforts, and coordinates patient care during transport, medical communications, system education, policies, and plans in alignment with facility standards and regulatory requirements. The Coordinator serves as a liaison with regional hospitals, EMS personnel, physicians, emergency management partners, and regulatory agencies, including the Illinois Department of Public Health, to support effective system operations and coordinated emergency response.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services.
• Experience in roles requiring critical thinking, project management, problem solving, collaboration, relationship building, and public speaking.
• Current Illinois Paramedic License or current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• Lead Instructor License, to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• ACLS and PHTLS or ITLS, to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• PALS or PEPP, to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Completion of FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• 4 years of experience in Emergency Management.
• 2 years of leadership experience.
• Certified Healthcare Emergency Coordinator (CHECC) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EMS System compliance and emergency management activities under the direction of EMS Leadership.
• Support preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery efforts.
• Coordinate patient care during transport and medical communications.
• Coordinate system education, policies, and plans in alignment with facility standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with regional hospitals, EMS personnel, physicians, emergency management partners, and regulatory agencies, including the Illinois Department of Public Health, to support effective system operations and coordinated emergency response.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% of salary.
• Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time