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Emergency Management Specialist AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

+ Benefits from Day One

+ Paid Days Off from Day One

+ Career Development

+ Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

+ Mental Health Resources and Support

Our Promise to You:

We are more than healthcare. We are a family of caregivers who see what we do as a calling and treat every person, every time as if they were a loved one. We dont just heal what hurts. We ease minds and encourage spirits by providing a more personal level of care than ever beforephysically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our mission is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Christ which starts with caring for others with uncommon compassion and going above and beyond to make those we serve, feel loved.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Monday - Friday / Day Shift (Subject to adjust and being called in for emergencies)

Wellness is at the core of what we do, focusing on living a better life today and always. We want everyone to Feel Whole and we see our work as a calling. This is how we make a difference. With our whole-person care, expertise and world-class resources we strive to provide an exceptional experience for all. With hospitals and facilities in over 9 states, our consistent approach to healthcare allows us to live our mission and ensure that our communities are living fuller, healthier lives.

General Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager of Safety / Emergency Management, the Emergency Management Specialist manages the disaster preparedness, emergency response and recovery program at Advent Health -Shawnee Mission, Lenexa, South Overland Park, College Blvd., and various medical office buildings. The Emergency Specialist supervises the Emergency Management Specialist staff charged with the design and implementation of disaster response to incidents involving AdventHealth entities and personnel. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrates, through behavior, Advent Health service standards.

Manages the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plans program for the system, including the management of Hazard Vulnerability Assessments (HVAs) for all applicable areas

Maintains good relationships with other departments in the hospital and interacts effectively with Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Service (EMS), Fire, and Police community agencies

Manages and educates an effective plan for all facilities in the arena of disaster response and emergency management

Manages the regional coordination of at least 2 annual drills at each hospital with one being a mass casualty event and one being an internal event. One of these will also be community-coordinated as per Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (Joint Commission) guidelines.

Manages the system archiving of data pertaining to drills, critiques, community meetings, and real-world events. Engages with the regional Emergency Management Specialists and their respective campuses for the completion of Corrective Action Plans associated with After Action Reports.

Chairs the Emergency Management Committee and facilitates its operation.

Provides input towards the development of the budget.

Participates and coordinates with community, state, and federal partners/agencies on the management of grant activity.

Develops and coordinates the required training for all hospital employees on basic emergency and disaster management. This includes venues such as Decontamination, Hospital Incident Command System (HICS), Emergency Codes, etc.

Follows and enforces appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.

May transport hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree from an accredited university. Preference will be given to degrees related to Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management, Healthcare related field, or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.

5 years of experience performing emergency management duties, disaster planning, education, and policy and procedure development.

Incident Command Center (ICS) 100, 200, 700, 800 from an approved education provider that follows the FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) Guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced knowledge of response to emergency situations, and the ability to control emergency

situations with an intelligent and calm demeanor.

Advanced knowledge of the Incident Command Structure as it applies to healthcare facilities.

Bachelors / Masters degree in Crisis/Emergency Management or Healthcare related field

Greater than 5 years working experience in a healthcare environment involving disaster planning and emergency response.

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional (CHEP)

Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM)

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

**Category:** Emergency Services

**Organization:** AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Shift:** 1 - Day

**Req ID:** 25044322

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.