Job Location: Ashtabula Office – ASHTABULA, OH 44004.
Education Level: High School.
Position: Operations Assistant Supervisor (OAS).
More Than a Leadership Role — It’s a Career Path in EMS Operations.
Benefits
- Active 911 emergency response system serving local communities
- Direct operational leadership experience in a high-performance EMS system
- Opportunities for advancement into Operations Management and system leadership roles
- Opportunities for instructing, education, and training development roles within the organization
- Ongoing leadership development and mentorship opportunities
- Clinical and operational training support
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- In-house training and continuing education pathways
- Disaster response and special operations deployment opportunities
- Competitive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k) retirement plans
- A mission-driven, patient-first culture
About Community Care Ambulance
Community Care Ambulance is a non-profit, full-service EMS organization serving Northeast Ohio with a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care. We provide 911 emergency response, interfacility transport, emergency communications, and disaster deployment services across the region.
Role Overview
The Operations Assistant Supervisor (OAS) serves as the on-duty operational supervisor responsible for supporting field operations, maintaining system readiness, and ensuring effective EMS service delivery. This position provides real-time leadership, coordination, and support for field personnel while helping manage resources, response efficiency, and operational performance. The OAS also functions as a working Paramedic when needed, providing direct patient care in accordance with established protocols and maintaining clinical excellence in the field.
Operational Leadership (35%)
- Serve as the on-duty operational supervisor for assigned shifts
- Provide real-time oversight and support for field operations and EMS personnel
- Assist in coordinating daily EMS system operations and maintaining system readiness
- Manage and implement system status plans to ensure optimal unit coverage and response times
- Respond to operational needs and field requests with appropriate resource allocation and decision-making
- Act as the operational point of contact in the absence of senior leadership
- Serve as a liaison between field operations, communications, healthcare facilities, and public safety partners
- Support operational continuity during high-demand periods, special events, or system disruptions
Clinical & Field Responsibilities (30%)
- Perform all duties of a Paramedic in accordance with state and local protocols
- Provide direct patient care, assessments, and advanced life support interventions as needed
- Support high-acuity calls and assist field crews when additional clinical leadership is required
- Ensure accurate, timely, and complete patient care documentation and reports
- Maintain all required certifications, licensure, and continuing education requirements
Personnel Supervision & Development (15%)
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to field personnel during assigned shifts
- Mentor, coach, and promote professional development among staff
- Identify performance concerns and provide constructive feedback in alignment with organizational policy
- Encourage accountability, teamwork, and professional growth across field operations
- Promote a positive, respectful, and mission-driven work environment
Equipment, Inventory & System Readiness (10%)
- Ensure ambulances, response vehicles, and medical equipment are fully operational and stocked
- Conduct and oversee vehicle inspections, equipment checks, and supply readiness
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of medical supplies and operational equipment
- Ensure accurate documentation of supply usage and inventory adjustments
- Support operational readiness standards across all assigned units
Communication & Administrative Functions (5%)
- Complete and submit required operational reports and shift documentation
- Communicate significant operational updates to ensure effective shift-to-shift continuity
- Collaborate with Communications/Dispatch to maintain operational efficiency and coordination
- Support implementation of contingency procedures during system disruptions or failures
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive operational, personnel, and patient information
Customer Service & Professional Standards (5%)
- Maintain professional communication with staff, patients, partners, and the public
- Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
- Exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making in dynamic environments
- Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, accountability, and patient-centered care
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screening in accordance with organizational policy
- Valid driver’s license required with the ability to meet Community Care Ambulance insurability requirements
- Demonstrated record of reliable, regular, and predictable attendance
- Ability to read, interpret, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Must successfully complete all required orientation, field training, and onboarding programs
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must maintain all certifications, licenses, and continuing education requirements applicable to the position throughout employment
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Emergency Medical Services, Healthcare, Public Safety, or a related field preferred
- Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed Paramedic preferred
- Experience in interfacility transport operations preferred
- Familiarity with EMS software systems including Traumasoft and HealthEMS preferred
Certifications & Licensure
- Current Ohio Paramedic certification required
- Current CPR certification required
- ACLS and PALS certifications required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire
- Completion of FEMA Independent Study courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 required upon hire or within the timeframe established by the organization
- Employees are responsible for attending sufficient continuing education programs and maintaining all required certifications and licensure throughout employment
Work Shift & Schedule
The Operations Department functions 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Employees must be available to work day, evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, overtime, holdover, and callback shifts as operational needs require. Shift schedules may consist of 12-hour or 24-hour shifts, with rotating or non-rotating assignments depending on operational staffing needs.