Founded in 1971, the Florida College of Emergency Physicians (FCEP) is a 501c(6) membership society that exists to promote high quality emergency medical care, empower emergency physicians, and protect the patients they serve. Their membership is composed of over 2,000 emergency physicians in the State of Florida.

 In 1990, FCEP established the Emergency Medicine Learning & Resource Center (EMLRC), a 501c(3) organization dedicated to advancing emergency care through education and advocacy. The EMLRC prepares Florida and the nation for emergencies and disasters by educating and training emergency care providers. We proudly serve entire spectrum of emergency medicine providers including physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice providers, first responders and allied health care providers by continually delivering quality education and lifesaving training techniques.

Together FCEP and EMLRC promote quality patient care and optimal practice environment in emergency medicine through advocacy, education and collaborations.

 FCEP is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as Executive Director for both organizations.

Core Responsibilities of the Executive Director:

Leadership – Reports to the Boards of Directors for FCEP and EMLRC and is responsible for providing clear and consistent leadership in alignment with organizational strategic goals and objectives. Provides direction and operational support to staff of six. Assures financial strength, sustainability and growth with optimal utilization of staff and resources.

Business Development – Acts as the official representative and/or spokesperson for FCEP and EMLRC. Promotes engagement with FCEP members and expansion of membership base. Cultivates relationships with state leaders within the field of Emergency Medicine in an effort to collaborate with existing and emerging health care initiatives. Coordinates fundraising efforts. Engages with corporate sponsors. Pursues additional revenue streams.

Advocacy – Supports FCEP’s role in leading Emergency Medicine advocacy in the State of Florida. Collaborates closely with chapter lobbyist to advance the chapter’s legislative objectives. Liaises with the American College of Emergency Physicians on all national issues. 

Education – Supports all FCEP/EMLRC continuing medical education activities (CME) serving the entire spectrum of emergency medicine professionals. In conjunction with staff, oversees live events, on-line learning platform, strengthening of existing programs, and development of new programs.

Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating the following:

A proven track record of senior-level management and leadership success – preferably with professional association management, health care or continuing education environment.

• Outstanding communication skills. Ability to convey a compelling organizational vision and enlist broad internal and external support to execute that vision.
• A broad understanding of many aspects of the practice of medicine including health care policy, payment reform, state and national legislation initiatives, medical education and other important facets of medicine. 
• Working knowledge of the changes underway in health care - specifically in areas of health care policy, legislation and payment reform.
• Master’s Degree in Business or related field
• Certification as an association executive (CAE) 

Full Job Description:

Position Summary

The Executive Director of the Florida College of Emergency Physicians (FCEP), who also serves as the CEO of the Emergency Medicine Learning and Resource Center (EMLRC), is responsible to the Boards of Directors for providing clear and consistent leadership in alignment with organizational strategic goals and objectives. S/he supports the joint mission of FCEP and EMLRC to promote quality patient care and optimal practice environment in emergency medicine through advocacy, education, and collaborations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership

• Provides direct administrative support to FCEP/EMLRC leadership and Boards.
• Provides direction and operational support to staff of eight. Develops and nurtures effective staff relationships.
• Assures financial strength, sustainability and growth with optimal utilization of staff and resources.
• Establishes calendar and agendas for FCEP/EMLRC leadership activities.
• Oversees work of committees and other organized teams through staff representative or directly when indicated.
• Develops budget in concert with staff leaders to provide to Finance Committee and Boards.
• Establishes organizational structure for FCEP/EMLRC. Ensures administrative policies and procedures are in place working with staff leaders.
• Coordinates with Presidents all activities for ACEP Council, FMA and other leadership activities.
• Coordinates FCEP/EMLRC elections as well as support for FCEP members seeking elections on national basis.
• Ensures new Board members are provided with orientation material and training.

Business Development

• Acts as the official representative and/or spokesperson for FCEP and EMLRC. Develops and/or strengthens relationships with key partners.
• Cultivates relationships with state leaders within the field of Emergency Medicine in an effort to collaborate with existing and emerging health care initiatives.
• Coordinates contracts with State of Florida for FAEMSMD and other specified agreements as approved by the Board.
• Directs fundraising efforts. Coordinates with leadership in development of campaign goals and tactics. Works with FCEP/EMLRC leaders to identify potential donors.
• Engages with corporate sponsors. Works with key staff members to facilitate opportunities and secure corporate sponsorships on an annual basis.
• Seeks avenues for grants and sponsorships at the Federal, State, and local level on an annual basis.
• Collaborates with ACEP leadership staff to help identify avenues for partnerships for ACEP/FCEP/EMLRC.
• Pursues additional revenue streams.
• Develops plan to increase member retention, recruitment, and satisfaction—active, resident and student.
• Works closely with physician groups, academic centers, residency programs, and student programs to ensure engagement and membership growth.
• Engages Membership Committee and Board to recruit new members.
• Encouraged involvement of FCEP Past Presidents in FCEP/EMLRC activities.
• Oversee organizational communications and publications with respect to development and distribution.

Advocacy

• Supports FCEP’s role in leading emergency medicine advocacy in the State of Florida.
• Liaises with the American College of Emergency Physicians on all national issues and chapter representation. 
• Collaborates closely with chapter lobbyist and FCEP Board to further the interests of emergency medicine. Promotes FCEP’s position on key bills, priorities and issues to supporters in the state legislature and relevant executive branch departments.
• In conjunction with the Board, conducts an annual review of lobbyist contract.
• Oversees FCEP’s two Political Committees and serves as Treasurer. Coordinates volunteers and staff leaders to support local/state/national legislative efforts.
• Works with NEMPAC, FHA, EDPMA, PFC, EMS constituency organizations, and other advocacy groups to support mission of organization.

Educational Activities

• Supports all FCEP/EMLRC continuing medical education activities (CME) serving the entire spectrum of emergency medicine professionals and provides leadership for specific programs on health care policy – EM Days – EM Payment Reform Summit.
• In conjunction with staff, oversees live events, on-line learning platform, and grant deliverables.
• Reviews existing programs to determine financial and member benefit. Works with staff and appropriate committee(s) to determine steps to take to enhance, or drop programs.
• Ensures new programs are developed consistent with strategic plan and available staff and volunteer leaders.
• Implements, evaluates, and provides oversight of annual meetings and conferences.
• Works with each staff lead to support all programs, in accordance with ACCME, Board of Nursing, and CAPCE.

Education / Experience

• Master’s Degree in Business or related field preferred
• Previous experience (5+ years) as senior level executive position
• Certified Association Executive (CAE) preferred.