What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator - Business Continuity position at ECU Health?
ECU Health
About ECU Health Medical Center
ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people.
Position Summary
The Coordinator, Business Continuity will play a critical role in ensuring the resilience of our healthcare system by supporting the business continuity planning and disaster recovery efforts across our hospitals, clinics and other system functions. This position involves working closely with various departments to identify risks, develop and implement business continuity strategies, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, with specific experience in business continuity planning, risk management, and emergency preparedness.
Responsibilities
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
About ECU Health Medical Center
ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people.
Position Summary
The Coordinator, Business Continuity will play a critical role in ensuring the resilience of our healthcare system by supporting the business continuity planning and disaster recovery efforts across our hospitals, clinics and other system functions. This position involves working closely with various departments to identify risks, develop and implement business continuity strategies, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, with specific experience in business continuity planning, risk management, and emergency preparedness.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of business continuity plans for the healthcare system, including hospitals, clinics, and administrative functions.
- Conduct risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify critical functions, dependencies, and vulnerabilities within the healthcare system.
- Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical departments to develop and test disaster recovery and emergency response strategies.
- Provide support in the development and execution of business continuity training, exercises, and simulations for staff across the healthcare system.
- Ensure that business continuity plans comply with relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of business continuity plans and recommend improvements as needed.
- Maintain documentation and records related to business continuity plans, exercises, and incidents.
- Act as a liaison with external partners, including emergency management agencies, vendors, and contractors, to coordinate business continuity efforts.
- Support the continuous improvement of the healthcare system's overall resiliency through regular reviews and updates of business continuity plans and strategies.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business continuity planning, risk management, or emergency management within a healthcare setting.
- Relevant business continuity certifications required, such as Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Associate Business Continuity Professional (ABCP), or Healthcare Business Continuity Management (HBCM).
- Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and standards related to business continuity and emergency management.
- Experience conducting business impact analyses and risk assessments within a healthcare environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in business continuity software tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
