Administrative Director Emergency Services

Houston, TX

Full-Time | Regular

Department:
Emergency Services

This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic healthcare leader to oversee multiple emergency departments within a top-performing, trauma-designated hospital system known for excellence in patient care, innovation, and clinical outcomes.

The Administrative Director of Emergency Services ensures superior, patient-centered care through leadership excellence, operational oversight, and clinical quality across multiple Emergency Department sites. This role fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence, while guiding the development and execution of departmental strategies aligned with organizational and market objectives.

The ideal candidate is a transformational leader with proven expertise in emergency services management, capable of optimizing care delivery, staff performance, and operational outcomes in a complex, high-volume healthcare setting.

• 423-bed facility
• Level II Trauma Center
• ANCC Magnet recognized
• Level III NICU
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center

• 52 beds in the main Emergency Department + 2 Free-Standing Emergency Departments (FSEDs)
• Level II Trauma Over 2,500 trauma patients on registry in 2024
• 15% of trauma cases involve penetrating trauma
• 80,000+ annual visits across all three ED locations

• Administrative Director reports directly to the COO
• ER Director reports to the Administrative Director
• Three (3) Nurse Managers report into the ER Director
• Staff includes ~150 FTEs
• Trauma services do not report into the ED

• Drive evidence-based practices that improve patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Standardize clinical operations and reduce variation across multiple ED sites.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and legal standards.
• Oversee patient throughput initiatives, capacity planning, and discharge optimization.

• Lead initiatives to deliver an exceptional patient experience across all ED sites.
• Develop data-driven strategies to elevate patient satisfaction and service excellence.
• Collaborate with patient experience leaders to ensure consistent, compassionate care.

• Foster a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, engagement, and teamwork.
• Mentor and develop emerging nurse leaders and clinical staff.
• Support ongoing education and professional development initiatives.
• Attract, retain, and motivate exceptional talent in emergency nursing and leadership.

• Partner with executive leadership and physician teams to expand emergency services.
• Identify new service line opportunities and innovative care delivery models.
• Monitor trends in healthcare, technology, and legislation to maintain competitive positioning.

• Participate in annual budgeting and ensure adherence to financial targets.
• Manage labor efficiency, cost control, and resource utilization across departments.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics; implement actions to improve results.

• 3+ years of recent Acute Care ED Director or Manager experience required (multi-site or large ED preferred).
• Bachelors Degree required;
  Masters Degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading high-volume emergency services.
• Strong leadership, communication, and business acumen skills.
• Proven ability to implement evidence-based practice and drive strategic outcomes.

• Full-Time | Days | No weekends required

• Salary Range (Based on experience):
  • Minimum: $116,251
  • Midpoint: $145,308
  • Maximum: $174,366
• Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 17.5% (Director-level performance-based)
• Sign-On Bonus: Case by case
• Relocation Assistance: Case by case
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Life and Disability Coverage

• Lead emergency services at a Magnet-recognized
  , award-winning healthcare facility.
• Collaborate with an outstanding executive leadership team focused on innovation and excellence.
• Influence the future of emergency medicine within one of Houstons premier health systems.
• Enjoy professional development opportunities and robust organizational support.