EMS Field Supervisor

About the role

Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication. Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.

Responsibilities

• Arrive for work at the designated station, rested and prepared to work the scheduled shift.
• If at any time the associate becomes unable to safely discharge the assigned duties during the shift, the associate is to immediately report this to the Director of EMS Operations.
• Respond in the assigned response status to calls assigned by CMED or to the designated ambulance post to await further response assignments. Insure two way communication with CMED is maintained throughout shift.
• Must be prepared to respond to disaster and multi-casualty situations and work in austere climates and conditions.
• Conduct initial patient assessment and administer treatment in compliance with the current Georgia Scope of Practice for EMS Personnel for the Paramedic provider level.
• Assist crew member in safely lifting, packaging, moving, and transporting of the patient or patients to insure optimum patient care.
• Provide safe and efficient transport of the patient while constantly monitoring the patient and providing any appropriate continuing care within the scope of practice.
• Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
• Provides orderly transfer of the patient to the receiving facility.
• Complete all required documentation prior to end of shift.
• Insure response vehicle is clean and stocked for next oncoming shift prior to end of shift.
• Maintain compliance with the Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia: Official Code of Georgia Title 31, Chapter 11 Rules and Regulations Chapter 511-9-2.
• Maintain compliance with and adherence to the current Emergency Medical Services Protocols for Therapy approved by the EMS Medical Director.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel.
• Liaison with patients, public safety agencies, training institutions, hospital personnel, and other system users.
• Ensure maintenance of quality field operations through daily contact, oversight, communication, and evaluation.
• Maintain communication with other agencies and departments.
• Maintain availability during disaster situations or mass casualty incidents and assist in any capacity needed.
• Attend scheduled meetings as required by the Director of EMS Operations.
• Responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal employment laws and company policies. (i.e., Americans with Disability Act, Affirmative Action Plan, etc).
• Direct resources during mass casualty/disaster operations.

Qualifications

Must have a valid Georgia EMT license and be certified as a Paramedic.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Physical stamina and ability to work in various weather conditions

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD