What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS Manager position at Mercy?
Position: EMS Manager (EMT-P)
Location: Love County (Marietta, OK)
Shift: Full-Time
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Overview:
Under the general direction of the Administrative Director, the Regional EMS Manager manages and supervises the daily activities and operations of multiple EMS facilities and co-workers in a regional area, supporting the goals, objectives and leadership principles of Mercy EMS. Duties, functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to: co-worker supervision, scheduling, performance evaluations, vehicle maintenance, equipment maintenance, office files, statistical reports, state trip tickets, petty cash, fuel purchases, supply inventory, community relations, training and continuing education. Perform direct patient care including assessment, evaluation, basic and advanced life support according to the protocols and policies of Mercy Health System. Regional EMS Managers respond in the field throughout the assigned region in support of co-workers as needed. The incumbent of this position shall carry out his/her responsibility and integrate into his/her style of management the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and injured, respect for human life, and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he/she has responsibility. Performs related duties as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Qualifications:
Education: Any pattern of education which would provide and opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities required. Normally, graduation from an accredited four-year college with major course work in health care administration, public administration, management, nursing, emergency medical or disaster preparedness would provide such opportunity.
Licensure: Paramedic license in the state(s) of current practice. Valid drivers license.
Experience: Five (5) years experience in EMS with at least two (2) years as an EMS Supervisor.
Certifications: Paramedic license (EMT-P) for the state(s) of current practice.
Other:
Knowledge of current concepts, techniques and trends in emergency medical services.
Working conditions, mental and physical requirements:
Must be able to quickly respond to vehicle, able to access patients in difficult terrain. Must be able to perform strenuous physical requirements such as CPR, lifting and moving equipment and patients in a variety of environmental conditions.
Equipment used: Ambulance and Operations Vehicle, cots, stairchair, heart monitor/defibrillator and a variety of EMS medical equipment including computers. Incumbents will be required to successfully satisfy the physical demands of the role. This will include a pre-hire and annual fitness for duty test.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
