EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES LIEUTENANT

Job Description

Job Description : \n\n JOB SUMMARY The purpose of this position is to provide the daily supervision of AEMTS / Paramedics. Supervises AEMTS / Paramedics on emergency medical responses, fires, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, and natural or man-made disasters and directs life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital settings as authorized and directed by a physician. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSSupervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals; participates in interviews and makes hiring recommendations.Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff, assists with complex / problem situations, and provides technical expertise.Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individual; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.Consults with commanding officers, other public safety agencies, and other officials to review operations / activities, review / resolve problems, receive advice / direction, and provide recommendations; performs the duties of EMS Division in absence of same.Communicates with supervisory personnel of adjoining shifts to gather / exchange information on orders, problems, special situations, or other areas requiring attention.Oversees daily operations and activities of assigned Ems company / station; assigns emergency vehicles and related equipment to personnel; monitors radio traffic.Performs administrative functions associated with station operations; develops work schedules to ensure adequate coverage; prepares and submits required reports; reviews reports, checklists, and other documentation prepared by assigned staff for accuracy and completeness; enters Ems report data into computer system; reviews accident reports and forwards to supervisor; reviews vehicle / equipment maintenance requests; provides budgetary input.Conducts and / or coordinates training for Ems personnel in emergency medical care, and other department activities; ensures personnel receive adequate training and maintain current certifications; monitors performance and provides feedback to supervisory staff.Conducts station rounds to inspect / review equipment, apparatus, protective clothing, and facility; ensures station and personnel maintain a state of readiness / preparation for emergency response; ensures that equipment is properly maintained for response to emergency calls; checks / maintains stock of equipment and supplies on Ems vehicles and in fire station; following response to emergency calls; prepares rescue trucks for subsequent emergencies; reports equipment problems.Monitors inventory levels of departmental supplies; ensures availability of adequate supplies and materials to conduct work activities; initiates orders for new or replacement materials; assists in preparing equipment specifications for bids.Oversees response to emergency calls for, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents, natural disasters, explosions, bomb threats, terrorism, rescue operations, and other emergency situations; responds to information received from dispatcher.Responds to incidents and supervises Ems activities; assesses / evaluates incident scenes; determines appropriate placement of Ems trucks at fire and emergency medical scenes; determines necessary allocation of staffing / equipment; ensures utilization of proper methods to suppress / control fires and preserve evidence.Provides protection of life and property.Drives, operates, and monitors a variety of fire / emergency vehicles as needed; determines best route to reach location of emergency calls; performs driving functions in a safe and efficient manner under various conditions, including day / night hours, in congested traffic, in adverse weather conditions, and in emergency situations involving speeds in excess of posted limits; positions Ems vehicle and equipment for optimal use of equipment.Performs Paramedic functions; administers advance and basic life support, first aid, and artificial respiration to sick / injured persons; works to stabilize patients at incident scenes; determines nature and extent of illness / injury; obtains, records, and monitors patients’ vital signs; administers initial treatment at emergency scene; performs invasive and non-invasive procedures on patients with life-threatening conditions, per established procedures or as authorized / directed by physicians; communicates with medical personnel at emergency treatment facility to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and to arrange for reception of victims at treatment facility; performs physical lifting techniques associated with moving patients between incident site, stretcher, or ambulance; completes or ensures completion of required records / reports.Performs Paramedic functions according to level of certification; provides advanced emergency medical care to sick / injured persons, which may include providing basic life support (BLS), advanced life support (ALS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic trauma life support (BTLS), pediatric care, obstetrical care, respiratory management, and / or drug treatments; works to stabilize patients at incident scenes; determines nature and extent of illness / injury; obtains, records, and monitors patients’ vital signs; administers initial treatment at emergency scene; provides advanced level of care for victims of cardiac or respiratory arrest; performs cardiac monitoring and defibrillation; maintains circulation and controls bleeding; provides spinal management and immobilization; provides fluid resuscitation by IV; manages trauma injuries, bleeding, and post-traumatic shock; determines appropriate medication, dosage, and route of medication; administers injections of medications and drugs, including drugs to treat emergency cardiac conditions, following established protocols.Provides assistance to other public service agencies or outside organizations as appropriate; assists law enforcement personnel with traffic control; assists with public service functions such as rescuing animals, cleaning up road hazards, or other tasks as assigned.Operates or utilizes various emergency vehicles and emergency / medical equipment, tools and supplies, which may include an ambulance / rescue truck, pumps, generator, air compressor, extinguisher, self-contained breathing apparatus, defibrillator, cardiac monitor, glucometer, pulse-oximeter, sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, immobilization equipment, medical / first aid supplies, mechanic tools, hand tools, or radio communications equipment.Supervises and assists in performing general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, buildings, quarters, hydrants, Ems vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting / testing equipment, inspecting hydrants, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing / cleaning equipment, or cleaning station / quarters; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment for necessary maintenance work.Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, performance evaluations, schedules, logs, checklists, fire / hazardous materials incident reports, accident reports, run reports, casualty reports, patient care reports, billing / insurance forms, maintenance reports / records, drug inventory records, inspection forms / records, hose records, hydrant test reports, SCBA records, pre-fire plans, drawings, training records, or other documents.Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, time sheets, training schedules, incident reports, accident reports, logs, checklists, inspection forms, maintenance records, pre-fire plans, blueprints, maps, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, protocols, medical books, publications, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate.Operates a computer or general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, email, Internet, or other computer programs.Maintains records, logs, and files of work activities; maintains current map books, manuals, policies / procedures, and other materials for reference and / or review.Communicates via telephone and / or two-way radio; communicates effectively and coherently over radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.Creates / maintains positive public relations; provides information and education to the public regarding fire safety, fire prevention, and emergency medical care; conducts blood pressure checks for the public; installs smoke detectors; participates in parades and civic events.Communicates with supervisors, employees, community service workers, students, dispatchers, other departments, fire officials, law enforcement officials, medical providers, patients, family members, witnesses, property owners / occupants, utility companies, civic organizations, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give / receive advice / direction.Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; maintains an awareness of new equipment, methods, procedures, and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in physical fitness training and continuing education activities; attends shift meetings, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.Performs general / maintenance work associated with maintaining fire station, grounds, quarters, and related facilities; operates related equipment.Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.Performs other related duties as required.Reports to shift Captain and Battalion Chief.All other related limited / unlimited Tasks and Functions at the direction of the Fire Chief MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAssociate degree and / or with course work emphasis in Paramedic and Emergency Medical Technician training programs preferred,Five (5) years as a paramedic, orAn equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider CertificationMust possess and maintain valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certifications, Must possess and maintain valid NPQ Fire Instructor I or equivalent certification, Must possess and maintain valid Georgia Certified Fire Fighter Certification,NIMS 100,200,700,800 CompliantNIMS 300 required within one year of appointmentMust possess and maintain valid Georgia Paramedic License,Must participate in regular continuing education activities as required to maintain level of certifications,Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license with appropriate endorsement. Special Qualifications : NPQ Fire Officer I required within 1 year of appointment. NPQ Fire Instructor II preferredNPQ Fire Officer II and / or III preferredNIMS 300 and / or 400Valid AEMT Instructor / Coordinator LicensureValid BLS and ACLS Instructor Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge of : State and local rules and regulations regarding the provision of life support, diagnosis, and medical treatment in emergency situationsEmergency medical treatment regulations describing the medical treatment permitted with / without a physician's orders.Emergency medical services instruction at the initial education levelInventory management.Record-keeping requirementsInterpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.Safe procedures used to lift and carry people and equipment.Motor vehicle lawsICS / NIMS Demonstrated ability to : Conduct strenuous tasks under emergency fire, medical, and other hazardous situations and meet the minimum standards of agility and endurance!Operate a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) as a condition of employment per the Respiratory Protection Standard 292-6-62 WAC Part ELearn pertinent state and local laws and department policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.Maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public.Follow oral and written directions.Maintain current knowledge in emergency medical technician practices and procedures.Diagnose medical problems quickly and determine appropriate treatment.Operate basic life support equipment and other medical equipment contained in an ambulance.Respond quickly and safely to fire and / or emergency medical calls and provide skilled medical care.Perform at emergency scenes as a staging / base manager, safety officer, command aid, or as part of emergency operations crew.Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writingPrepare and maintain reports and records within assigned area of responsibility.Maintain confidentiality in working with information of a proprietary, confidential, or personal nature.Maintain physical conditioning necessary to successfully perform duties. Data Utilization : Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and / or assess data using established criteria. Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives. Human Interaction : Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and / or influence over others in coordinating activities of a project, program, or designated area of responsibility. Requires the ability to perform in a supervisory capacity over subordinate supervisors. Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization : Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and / or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments. Verbal Aptitude : Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and / or advisory data, and information. Mathematical Aptitude : Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs. Functional Reasoning : Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership, and to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to resolve problems. Situational Reasoning : R