EMS Operations Lead - Field Staffing & Strategy

Rural Metro Fire Department; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Medical Response is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our United States operations. This full-time, exempt role directs field staff, interfaces with public safety agencies, monitors system status, and supports scheduling and administrative data analysis under the Operations Manager.

The ideal candidate will have EMS experience, EMT/Paramedic credentials, and strong communication. You will help maintain staffing, equipment, and medical supplies, participate in policy enforcement, and

Qualifications

• BS/BA or equivalent experience in a related field.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• EMT Certification Required, Paramedic Certification Preferred.
• Current CPR, BLS, NREMT certification, or equivalent credentials.
• Three years’ EMS experience required, preferred Paramedic experience.
• Ability to function as a field Paramedic performing direct ALS patient care activities.
• Must be able to drive an ambulance and have a driving record in compliance with AMR policy regarding insurability.
• Thorough knowledge of system status management.
• Effective oral and written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs, monitors, communicates with, and evaluates all field employees in his/her assigned area.
• Acts as a liaison with patients, public safety agencies, training institutions, hospital personnel, and other system users.
• Ensures maintenance of qualified field operations through daily contact, oversight, communication and evaluation.
• Assists with preparation of employee evaluations and field crew contact reports.
• Ensures PCRs and other field paperwork is reconciled daily in conjunction with the PCR processing.
• Ensures operational response exceptions are brought to closure with appropriate action.
• Provides staff counseling and guidance and information regarding AMR Operations
• Promptly investigates incidents involving assigned units of personnel, including filling of internal and external reports and counseling staff.
• Ensures maintenance of adequate levels of staffing, equipment and medical supplies for field units.
• Implements and enforces company policies and standards.
• Performs direct ALD patient care activities.
• Maintains communication with other agencies and departments.
• Serves on committees with other departments to set policies and generate ideas.
• Performs other related duties as required
• Prepares reports and manages projects as assigned by Operations Manager.
• Maintains availability during disaster situations or mass casualty incidents and assist in any capacity needed.
• Attends scheduled meetings as required by Operations Manager or Regional Director
• Responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal employment laws and company policies.
• Responsible for supervising, directing and developing subordinates, including completing performance reviews, counseling sessions, etc.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining department budgets.
• Responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures.
• Directs AMR resources during mass casualty/disaster operations.
• Adheres to and complies with information systems security.
• Attends information security training when offered. Reports information systems security problems.
• Mentors employees, conducts performance evaluations, counsels and provides disciplinary actions to assigned personnel, and works to facilitate individual and team development that drives positive results.
• Champions affirmative action efforts in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to staffing, training, promotion, etc.
• Responsible for compliance with and enforcement of company/department policies and procedures.

Skills

EMS experience

Paramedic knowledge

People management

Communication skills

MS Office

Ambulance driving

System status management

Education

BS/BA or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT Certification

Paramedic Certification

CPR/BLS/NREMT credentials

Job description

Global Medical Response is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our United States operations. This full-time, exempt role directs field staff, interfaces with public safety agencies, monitors system status, and supports scheduling and administrative data analysis under the Operations Manager.

The ideal candidate will have EMS experience, EMT/Paramedic credentials, and strong communication. You will help maintain staffing, equipment, and medical supplies, participate in policy enforcement, and