Director of Emergency Services

Director of Emergency Services – Austin, TX Employment Type :

• Full-Time, Days (No Weekends) Compensation : $130,000 – $170,000 annually (based on experience) Bonus Incentive : 17.5%–26.25% annual performance bonus Relocation Assistance : $15,000 lump sum + household moving allowance (up to $10,000 for homeowners) Schedule : Full-Time, Permanent Overview This is a high-impact hospital leadership opportunity for an experienced emergency services professional ready to direct operations across a large, high-volume Emergency Department and multiple freestanding emergency centers.
• The Director of Emergency Services will oversee strategic and clinical operations, ensure quality patient outcomes, and foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration within a rapidly growing healthcare organization.
• The role offers an exceptional chance to lead a team serving a diverse community while advancing into a system preparing for major expansion and future Level I Trauma designation.
• Responsibilities Provide executive leadership for all Emergency Department and freestanding emergency center operations.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through effective resource allocation, process optimization, and continuous quality improvement.
• Oversee clinical standards, staffing, and patient throughput to meet or exceed regulatory and accreditation benchmarks.
• Develop and implement policies and evidence-based practices that elevate patient safety, satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Lead interdisciplinary collaboration among nursing, physician, and ancillary teams to improve outcomes and patient flow.
• Analyze performance metrics, manage budgets, and drive cost-effective care strategies.
• Serve as a visible leader, fostering staff engagement, development, and accountability.
• Support strategic initiatives related to facility expansion, trauma readiness, and service line growth.

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