EMS Assistant Manager

Appling Healthcare System; Baxley (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Appling Healthcare System in Baxley, GA seeks an Assistant Emergency Medical Services Director to help oversee the EMS Department, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, training, and quality assurance.

The role requires a Georgia Paramedic license, current BLS (and ACLS/PALS if possible), strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with law enforcement, fire and other hospitals to ensure high‑quality prehospital care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• State of Georgia Paramedic License.
• Current BLS certification (must obtain within 90 days of hire).
• ACLS and PALS certifications (must obtain within 6 months of hire).
• Current Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist EMS Director with budgeting, staffing, scheduling, training, quality assurance.
• Develop and implement policies to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
• Respond to 911 calls and provide leadership to staff during emergencies.
• Maintain liaison with law enforcement, fire, and hospitals to coordinate patient care.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and prepare reports for Billing.

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical or Related Field

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Emergency Medical Services Director, the Assistant Emergency Medical Services Director assists with the oversight of all aspects of the Emergency Medical Services Department including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, training, quality assurance, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists EMS Director with all aspects of the Emergency Medical Services Department including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, training, quality assurance, etc.
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
• Completes daily check off sheet upon arrival each shift. The sheet includes, but is not limited to ambulance fuel, oil, tires, supplies, cleanliness, etc.
• Responds to 911 calls within the county and makes interfacility transports for Appling Healthcare System. Provides leadership and direction to staff when responding to emergencies.
• Serves as a liaison between the department and other agencies such as law enforcement, fire, and other hospitals.
• Provides pre-hospital care within scope of practice.
• Relays adequate patient reports to appropriate hospital staff.
• Completes PCR for all patient contacts and has them completed in GEMSIS within 24 hours.
• Cleans and restocks the unit after every patient, ensuring the ambulance is prepared for the next patient.
• Completes daily station chore list prior to clocking out at the end of each shift.
• Cleans and restocks unit. Ensures the ambulance has a full tank of gas.
• Administers and documents all medications given to patients.
• Responsible for the drug boxes assigned to the unit and ensures all boxes are green tagged before the end of each shift.
• Obtains proper signatures for medications given to patients.
• Ensures employees complete assigned tasks as expected.
• Assists with scheduling employees in the EMS department and submitting their time cards.
• Assists with quality control of all paperwork prior to submitting to Billing.
• Orders and restocks supplies as needed.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Assists in ensuring employees are kept up-to-date with uniforms, changes in protocol, etc.
• Stays current on and adheres to all guidelines for licensing procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as requested.
• Assists with directing and overseeing all aspects of the EMS department, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, training, and quality assurance.
• Ensures that the department is in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Responds to emergencies as needed, providing leadership and direction to staff.
• Manages the department’s budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Serves as a liaison between the department and other agencies, such as law enforcement, fire, and hospitals.
• Attends meetings and conferences related to EMS.
• Completes assignments in a timely manner.
• Problem solves and resolves conflict.
• All other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical or Related Field is preferred but not required.
• State of Georgia Paramedic License.
• Current BLS certification. (must obtain within 90 days of hire)
• ACLS, and PALS certifications. (must obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Current Drivers’ License

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as a Paramedic preferred but not required.
• Previous leadership experience is preferred but not required.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.