TRAUMA PROGRAM MANAGER

Location:

Samaritan Medical Center Department:

01.6709 SMC

TRAUMA CENTER

Pay Range:

$38.76 - $63.96 Care for our community, and your career. The Trauma Program Manager (TPM) is responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing management of a cost-effective, high-quality trauma care system across the continuum of care. This role ensures compliance with standards set by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the New York State Department of Health. The TPM functions both independently and collaboratively with the Trauma Medical Director (TMD) and interdisciplinary teams. This is a highly autonomous role requiring strong leadership, critical thinking, and organizational skills. The TPM reports to the Trauma Medical Director and the Director of Quality & Safety. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of trauma program goals aligned with ACS standards and organizational priorities Oversee the Performance Improvement and Patient Safety (PIPS) program Co-chair the Trauma Interdisciplinary Peer Review Committee and chair the Trauma Process Improvement Committee Monitor clinical processes, patient outcomes, and system performance to drive quality improvement Direct oversight of the Trauma Registry, including data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting Serve as a liaison between hospital departments, EMS agencies, and community partners Support trauma program verification and site visit processes, including preparation of required documentation Identify and coordinate trauma education and training for clinical staff Collaborate with leadership to develop policies, procedures, and clinical protocols Represent the trauma program on internal and external committees Assist with trauma program budgeting and resource planning Analyze trends, identify inefficiencies, and implement cost-effective solutions Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices Maintain required certifications and continuing education Qualifications Education & Licensure Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in New York State Or Certified as a Paramedic in the state of New York. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications Advanced trauma certification within 3 months of hire Experience 3-5 years of direct trauma patient care experience in a critical care setting (preferred) Strong background in quality improvement and performance data analysis Skills & Competencies Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities Strong organizational and project management skills Ability to analyze and interpret clinical and statistical data Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams High level of professionalism and confidentiality Proficiency in medical terminology and healthcare systems Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Primarily sedentary role with intermittent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 10 lbs) Occasional exposure to bloodborne pathogens (Category II) Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Key Relationships Internal:

Physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, leadership, Quality & Safety teams

External:

Regulatory agencies, EMS providers, community organizations, patients and families, vendors Core Expectations Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trauma care best practices Foster collaboration across disciplines to optimize patient outcomes Support continuous improvement and innovation in trauma care delivery Uphold Samaritan's mission, vision, and values in all activities Samaritan is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Work Shift:

Exempt (United States of America)

Position Hours:

80 Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Please call our Recruitment Hotline at: 315-779-5236. Talk with our Human Resources Professionals about current opportunities within the Samaritan Health System. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. At Samaritan, everyone's job is critical to the successful care of our patients. Be a part of an organization whose employees, medical staff, volunteers and students choose to spend their time here because they are dedicated, enthusiastic, truly care about making a difference…and are surrounded by over 2,500 others who feel the same way. Become part of an organization whose ongoing strategic planning drives our organization forward and sets the tone for future growth and development. Samaritan is a fiscally sound and stable organization. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our medical staff and employees combined with careful management, our bottom line is strong, which allows us to provide stable jobs, and offer ever-improving quality of care. Enjoy the natural beauty of Northern New York, minutes from Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. A safe community, low cost of living and minimal commute times mean more time for enjoying life outside of work. Exceptional, dedicated people, rewarding opportunities, an excellent compensation and benefit program, and the ability to shape healthcare in our community are some of the reasons to join Samaritan. In 1881, we began caring for our neighbors as the House of the Good Samaritan in a home with five beds. Today, Samaritan Health is a comprehensive not-for-profit health system. And as we've grown to meet the changing needs of our region, we've held fast to our community roots. At Samaritan, we've invested in the best medical talent, facilities and equipment to offer a full continuum of care close to home. That means our patients can spend more time healing and less time traveling out of the area for the care they need. As the largest hospital and the largest private employer in the region, the health of our community is our priority - in fact, it's our mission. That's why Samaritan invests time and resources to support local non-profit organizations and events. It's also why our people lend a hand to little league teams, churches and fundraisers—all to help Northern New York thrive.