About this role
Job Summary:
The Emergency Management Coordinator, in collaboration with the Director, is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's emergency preparedness and safety programs to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role coordinates emergency planning activities, regulatory compliance, training, drills, and incident response in alignment with federal, state, and accreditation requirements. The Coordinator works collaboratively with internal departments, community partners, and regional emergency management agencies to support an organized, effective response to disasters and critical events. Additional responsibilities include program documentation, committee facilitation, data tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Emergency Preparedness Program Support
• Assists the Director to develop, maintain, and update Emergency Operations Plans (EOP), vulnerability and hazard assessments, policies, and procedures in accordance with CMS, OSHA, NIMS, HICS, DNV/TJC, and state regulatory requirements. The plan scope encompasses the hospital main campus and surrounding location facilities located in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley.
• Coordinates with Departments to maintain emergency notification & communication systems (e.g., Alert Media, Attenuator Speakers, Amateur Radio), including staff training, system updates, and test alerts. As well as monitoring of emergency supplies and response equipment inventory.
• Tracks and summarizes monthly/quarterly readiness checklists.
• Supports quality and safety projects, data analysis, and construction related safety planning for life safety compliance activities.
Training & Education
• Supports Incident Command training and preparation to activate, activation assistancewhen requested, and may serve in assigned ICS roles during drills and real events. Monitors compliance with required training such as ICS100, ICS200, ICS700, and ICS
• Provides orientation for new employees and leaders on emergency procedures, safety codes, and organizational response expectations.
• Coordinates emergency preparedness drills and exercises, including tabletop, functional, and full-scaleevents; completes After Action Reports (AARs) and improvement plans.
• Coordinates or assists with de-escalation, workplace violence prevention, and safety related training programs, such-as Run-Hide-Fight, MOAB.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety Oversight
• Assists Directors during accreditation survey and other compliance reviews as requested, fire drills, safety inspections, and corrective action planning
• Conducts or participates in Environment of Care (EOC) rounds across all departments and clinics.
• Maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensures compliance with hazardous materials and waste management regulations.
Committee & Collaboration Responsibilities
• Coordinates or participates in committees such as:
• Safety Committee
• Emergency Preparedness Committee
• Workplace Violence & Injury Prevention Committee
• Local or regional emergency management coalitions
• Maintains meeting agendas, minutes, attendance, and documentation.
• Customer service
Skills and Abilities:
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including public speaking.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective during emergencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and emergency management software platforms.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external agencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Education and Training:
• Associate's degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Equivalent experience may be considered.
Experience:
• Experience in emergency management, healthcare safety, or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulatory standards (CMS, OSHA, NIMS, HICS, DNV/TJC).
• Experience conducting drills, training, or incident response activities preferred.
Benefits Overview:
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Flexible Health Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account
• Retirement - 403(b) with matching contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
About TriState Health
Learn more about TriState Health here.
TriState Health is located in Clarkston, WA, which is nestled within the Lewis Clark Valley. The Lewis Clark Valley is a hidden gem, located at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers and at the mouth of Hells Canyon, America's deepest river gorge. With a mild climate and a four-seasons environment, the valley offers a wide variety of year-round family friendly happenings. Spend time boating on the river, hiking, skiing at nearby resorts, savoring delicious wines and cuisines, attending sporting events, and more! Enjoy life at your pace, your way, in the beautiful Lewis Clark Valley.
Our Mission: Your Health Is Our First Priority!
Our Vision: We place the healthcare needs of our community first by partnering to bring care beyond our walls through innovative technology and collaboration. We are a regional healthcare leader and employer of choice, delivering the highest quality of care to facilitate health, healing, and wellbeing throughout our community and those we touch.
Our Values:
Quality. Through teamwork, we strive to continuously improve our quality of care and service.
Compassion. We are the caretakers of our community and we treat each patient, partner, and team member with a tender touch and an unparalleled level of care.
Respect. We create a culture of respect by engaging professional staff who demonstrates respect for each other, our patients, and their families.
Collaboration. We seek healthy partnerships – both within and outside our walls – to build teams that deliver the highest quality of care.
Innovation. We embrace and integrate new ideas and technology to improve our community's health and wellness.