Director of Emergency Services
Company: PrismHR
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Administrative Director, Emergency Services
Location: Austin, TX (Metro Area) Compensation: $156,025 – $175,000
Base Salary Total Potential Comp: Base Annual Incentive Bonus
(17.5% – 26.25%) The Opportunity: Executive Leadership in
High-Acuity Emergency Care Are you a high-level nursing executive
ready to command a complex, multi-site emergency network in one of
the fastest-growing metros in the country? A major acute care
hospital in the Austin area is seeking an Administrative Director
of Emergency Services to serve as the strategic and operational
lead for its emergency operations. This is a high-impact,
high-visibility role with oversight of a large main Emergency
Department plus multiple freestanding emergency locations. If you
are a data-driven leader who excels in high-volume environments and
thrives on scaling service lines while maintaining elite standards
of patient safety, we invite you to lead our team. What You Will
Own & Execute Strategic & Operational Command Multi-Site Oversight:
Provide executive leadership for the main hospital ED and all
freestanding emergency departments, ensuring clinical and
operational consistency. Throughput Excellence: Drive performance
in patient throughput, reducing "door-to-provider" times and
optimizing discharge/admission workflows. Growth & Expansion:
Partner with executive leadership to implement growth initiatives
and facility expansions planned for the coming years. Financial &
Resource Management Fiscal Responsibility: Oversee budgeting,
staffing ratios, and resource allocation across a high-volume,
high-acuity network. Performance Metrics: Develop and report on key
dashboard metrics including patient experience scores, quality
outcomes, and regulatory compliance. Leadership & Culture
Mentorship: Lead and coach a team of managers and clinical leaders,
actively identifying and developing the next generation of nursing
leadership. Engagement: Implement evidence-based practices to
foster a culture of accountability, high staff engagement, and
retention. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Maintain strong
partnerships with physician groups and other departments to ensure
seamless care delivery. What You Bring to the Team Educational
Foundation: BSN required AND a Master’s degree (MSN, MHA, or MBA)
required. Clinical Credentials: Active Texas RN license (or
eligibility) with current ACLS and PALS certifications. CEN or TNCC
are highly preferred. Leadership Tenure: Minimum of 5 years of
progressive healthcare leadership experience, with at least 3 years
specifically in Emergency Services . Core Competencies: Strong
analytical skills, a data-driven approach to problem-solving, and
experience managing "scale" in busy, high-acuity environments. Why
You’ll Love Working Here Elite Compensation: A top-tier base salary
with a significant annual incentive bonus structure. Austin
Lifestyle: Lead a premier program in the vibrant Austin metro area,
known for its culture, tech growth, and outdoor life. Executive
Impact: Report directly to senior nursing leadership and have a
seat at the table for major strategic decisions. Comprehensive
Benefits: Relocation assistance (available on a case-by-case
basis). Full health, dental, and vision coverage. Generous
retirement and professional development support. Schedule:
Full-time, day-shift hours with no weekends , providing a rare
executive-level work-life balance.
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