EMS DIRECTOR

Description

EMS Director

Job Summary:         

• Plan, organize and promote services for CEMS.        
• Serve as liaison between the ambulance service E911 board, EMA, city and county officials, volunteer fire depts., various non-profit agencies, and hospital.        
• Demonstrate CRMC leadership standards and mentor department supervisors.        
• Monitor monthly operation reports, productivity and develop performance improvements.        
• Develop and monitor annual department budget.        
• Collaborate with all members of the healthcare team to promote timely delivery of care and coordination of services across continuum.      
• Work with the medical director to develop protocols and training to continually improve the capabilities of CEMS  
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.          
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate’s degree in EMS required; BS is preferred

Certifications/  Abilities:

• Maintain and hold an Alabama Critical Care Paramedic License Preferred
• Maintain and be proficient in ACLS, PALS, BLS, PHTLS, EVOC/EVD, Pre-hospital Critical Care Medicine.
• Pass MEDPat (Medic Physical Ability Test) annually.
• ICS – 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
• Background in Emergency Management Training in healthcare preferred         

Experience:

• 5 years as a paramedic in a busy 911 response area
• 2 years of EMS supervisor or EMS Director experience preferred