Admin Director Emergency Services

Administrative Director – Emergency Services

• Location: Houston, TX
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Schedule: Days
• Compensation: $116,251 – $174,366/year (based on experience)
• Annual Bonus: Up to 17.5% (performance-based)
• Sign-On Bonus: Case by case
• Relocation Assistance: Case by case

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Administrative Director of Emergency Services to lead one of the region’s busiest emergency departments, spanning a main 52-bed ED and two free-standing EDs. With more than 80,000 annual visits, this high-profile leadership role requires expertise in trauma operations, performance improvement, and strategic growth. This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your leadership career while making a significant impact on emergency services in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for multiple emergency department sites.

• Oversee ~150 FTEs including directors, managers, and clinical staff.

• Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered emergency care.

• Drive quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and accreditation readiness.

• Manage budgets, labor resources, and cost-efficiency strategies.

• Foster a culture of accountability, staff engagement, and professional development.

• Lead patient experience initiatives and promote service excellence across departments.

• Partner with hospital executives and physician leaders to expand and enhance emergency service lines.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3+ years of recent acute care ED leadership (Director or Manager level)

• Bachelor’s degree required (BSN strongly preferred)

• Active RN license in Texas or Compact state

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field

• Prior leadership in Level II Trauma centers or large, multi-site ED operations

• National certification (CEN, CCRN, or equivalent)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $116,251 – $174,366/year (based on experience)

• 17.5% annual performance bonus

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (case by case)

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with up to 9% employer match

• Employee stock purchase plan (10% discount)

• Tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, and certification support

• Paid family leave, PTO, and disability coverage

• Fertility and adoption assistance, dependent scholarships

• Employee wellness, counseling, financial/legal services, and pet insurance

Ideal For

• Senior ED leaders ready to oversee a multi-site emergency services network.

• Directors or Managers seeking advancement to administrative-level leadership.

• Candidates passionate about improving ED outcomes, trauma readiness, and staff development.

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