Emergency Medical Services Supervisor

Location: Norwalk, CT, United States

Requisition ID: 51041

Salary Range: 31.25 - 58.05 HOURLY

Work Shift: Actual schedule varies based on the needs of the department and scheduling/availability policy.

FT/PT/PD: Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

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Summary:

The role of the Supervisor carries a significant responsibility. The Supervisor will serve as a liaison between Norwalk Hospital EMS and the community emergency responders while on duty. The Supervisor will also directly oversee the the daily operations of the service and will be responsible for managing on duty EMS employees and participating with the Director in the annual review process.

Responsibilities:

Schedules staff and directs crew and vehicle assignments. Assigns staff daily to crews to assure completion of care daily Schedules staff and directs crew and vehicle assignments. Assigns crews to work in the ED in between calls. If assigned, develops EMS assignments monthly in the scheduling software.

Maintains less than 2 minute activation time when ambulance is available. Evaluates scene safety, proceeds appropriately. Always follows universal precautions. Brings to patient side all equipment required, per policy. Brings all patient equipment (per P&P) with patient (on transport ambulance) on Paramedic interecepts. As appropriate for patient condition/complaint, performs a thorough and timely history and physical exam. Develops an accurate working diagnosis. Develops a treatment plan per service guidelines and/or medical direction, implements care plan, explains same to patient/family, monitors and documents results. Provides patient care in the Department in consultation with the Emergency Physician and Charge Nurse.

Works with Norwalk Combined Dispatch to triage calls for mutual aid. Works as EMS Branch Director (until relieved) during mass care events. Works with ED Charge RN to provide EMS staff support for ED.

Works with clinical educator to evaluate low frequency high risk procedures. Provides coaching of employees as needed during shifts. Ongoing concurrent QA with Norwalk Hospital providers Participates in EMS and hospital wide process improvement projects.

Participates in employee candidate interviews. Continually evaluates employee performance, perform quarterly and yearly reviews of staff. Primary training and preceptor for new hires and paramedics. If assigned, Complete weekly payroll

Attends and represents EMS at Hospital meetings. Attends and participates in EMS management meetings. Attends and represents EMS at Hospital meetings. Presents at CME business meetings Attends and represents EMS at Hospital meetings. Works with the Director to draft operational policies. Attends and represents EMS at Hospital meetings. Attends other hospital meetings representing EMS, as assigned.

Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director Fleet service. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director Supplies/Equipment Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director emsCharts.

Required: The Supervisor will be a State of Connecticut Licensed Paramedic. A minimum of two years of college is preferred and experience in a lead role is preferred.

Minimum Experience: zero to six months. Credentials:ACLS,BLS,CPR,DRIVER LIC,PALS,PARAMEDIC. Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Desired: Must have exceptionally strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to remain calm and take control of chaotic situations while establishing treatment and situational priorities. Must maintain at all times: Connecticut paramedic license, ACLS, PALS and BLS/CPR 'certifications'. Preferred certifications included; NRP, PHTLS, PEPP, GEMS and CEVO.

Salary Range: $31.25 - $45.00 Hourly

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EOE, including disability/vets.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.