Emergency Services Manager

About the role

The Emergency Services Manager at Ottumwa Regional Health Center is a vital position within the organization. This role requires a combination of management and clinical skills, with responsibilities including adjusting schedules, coordinating quality improvement activities, and managing the ORMICS run report system.

Responsibilities

• Maintain RN licensure/Paramedic certification
• Coordinate QI activities on the unit
• Assist in the review, development, and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards
• Monitor and assure consistent application of policies, procedures, and standards
• Function as a crew member and maintain adequate department staffing as per service agreement with the State of Iowa EMS Bureau
• Act as the Service Director for ORMICS and service representative for ORHC as part of the Wapello County Healthcare Coalition
• Participate in the Emergency Management Council and other committees as directed by the EMS Director
• Manage and maintain ORMICS run report system program and perform QA on run audits
• Demonstrate ability in the care and handling of patients in all age groups
• Knowledge of all procedures per DOT curriculum and respective Iowa Scope of practice for each level of EMS provider
• Demonstrate adequate BLS and ALS skills and assessments
• Drive in appropriate manner, ensuring safety for all parties involved
• Operate 911 phone system, voice recorder, radios, and other phones in dispatch area
• Function in the Incident Command role on field emergencies or mass casualty events
• Read ORMICS map book and use GPS in ambulances

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field or applicable work experience
• One to two years previous management experience (preferred)
• Three years clinical experience in specialty area(s)
• Current valid Class C (noncommercial) Iowa Driver's License and current valid Iowa Paramedic Certification, or RN License with the ability to obtain RN-exempt status
• Current BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all duties of a paramedic for Ottumwa Regional Health Center
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match
• Professional development opportunities including ongoing learning and career advancement
• Employee well-being programs such as mental, physical, and financial wellness

Skills

• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in emergency medicine
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in driving and operating emergency medical equipment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing situations

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Financial protection and PTO
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid family leave and paid time off
• Tuition assistance and loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package with company match

Pay

$10,000 sign-on bonus available to well-qualified applicants

Schedule

40 hours/week, Day Shift