Paramedic Field Supervisor - Butte Co. EMS (Full-Time, Varied)

Compensation Range: $36.64 - $49.46 per hour, based on applicable experience.

About the Role

The Paramedic Field Supervisor is a licensed professional who assists the Ambulance Manager and Director of Emergency Services with the coordination and supervision of day-to-day ambulance service operations. This role requires collaboration with MedCom, a well-developed understanding of system-wide EMS operations, clinical skill and judgment, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The position also involves collaborating with sending and receiving facilities to support the interface between pre-hospital care and the hospitals served.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily ambulance service operations.
• Collaborate with MedCom and healthcare facilities to ensure seamless pre-hospital and hospital care.
• Demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, and sensitivity for patients and families in crisis.
• Work effectively with peers, other departments, first responders, and the public using strong interpersonal skills.
• Within six months of appointment, gain practical knowledge of ambulance billing, insurance guidelines, and MedCom functionality, including CAD systems, radio systems, and standardized response plans.

Requirements

• Hazardous Materials training to the First Responder Operations Level (prior to the conclusion of department orientation).

Qualifications

Minimum

• Currently licensed by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority as a Paramedic.
• Accredited by the Sierra Sacramento Valley Emergency Medical Services to function as a Paramedic in the region.
• Current CPR recognition.
• Current ACLS recognition.
• Current PALS or Handtevy Prehospital Pediatric Provider recognition (within 6 months of hire).
• Current AMLS (within 6 months of hire; current Enloe employees have until 9/1/2024 to obtain).
• PHTLS within 6 months of hire.
• EVOC within 6 months of hire.
• California driver’s license with ambulance driver’s certificate, including medical exam certificate.
• Eligible to be insured under the Medical Center’s Liability Policy with a DMV report (minimum age 21).

Desired

• Five years’ experience in the pre-hospital setting.
• Leadership and preceptor experience.
• Associate’s degree in a health-related field.

Skills

• Technical competence and professional clinical judgment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, other departments, first responders, and the public.
• Discretion and diplomacy in sensitive situations.
• Ability to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Certifications to Obtain (Post-Hire)

• Within 6 months of hire:
  • PALS or Handtevy Prehospital Pediatric Provider.
  • AMLS (current Enloe employees have until 9/1/2024).
  • PHTLS.
  • EVOC.
  • ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, ICS 400, ICS 700, and ICS 800 (current Enloe employees have until 2/29/2024).
• Within 12 months of hire:
  • Course instructor certification for at least one of the following: CPR, ACLS, AMLS, PHTLS, Handtevy, PALS, or Stop the Bleed (current Enloe employees have until 9/1/2024).
• Within 24 months of hire:
  • S-330 Strike Team and Task Force Leader.
  • S-339 Division and Group Supervisor.
  • R-150 Management of EMS.
  • R-151 Advanced Leadership Issues in EMS.
  • NAEMD Certification.

Schedule

• Shift: Varied.
• Shift length: 12 hours.
• Days off: Variable.
• Hours per pay period: 72.

Benefits

• $0 premium medical plan, including vision insurance.
• Prescription and dental group insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as earned.
• Extended sick leave.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational assistance.