Emergency Medical Services Field Supervisor

Essentia Health•Fosston, MN

1d•$34 - $48

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Services Field Supervisor oversees day-to-day operations and assigned EMS staff, including scheduling, orientation and training, employee relations, and performance management. The role also splits time as a Paramedic, with at least 50% of time anticipated to be scheduled on primary ambulances. The supervisor responds to emergent and non-emergent calls and hospital codes, providing advanced medical support and patient care in pre-hospital and/or hospital settings. The position supports EMS leadership in planning and evaluating service delivery, evaluates and enforces clinical guidelines and departmental policies, and ensures compliance with applicable MNDOT and Minnesota Office of EMS regulations and standards. It also oversees vehicle and equipment inspections, maintenance, and stocking. In hospital settings, the employee may provide patient care tasks delegated by an RN, within the scope of the employee’s training and capabilities.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a paramedic.
State background check clearance to work with vulnerable adults.
NIMS 100, 200, and 700.
State licensure/certification as a Paramedic or Registered Nurse, with authorization to operate as a Paramedic in the appropriate state of practice.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, or obtain it within six months of hire.
Meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer.
Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, verified through the appropriate licensing agency.
Meet the applicable driver requirements: two years of driving experience; drivers aged 21 and older with Paramedic licensure must meet MVR requirements; drivers aged 18–20 with Paramedic licensure must meet Young Driver Probation MVR requirements and complete probation; drivers over 75 require medical permission.
For non-ambulance driving, minimum age is 21 and MVR requirements apply; drivers aged 75 require medical permission; two years of driving experience is required; valid CDL required where applicable.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned staff, including scheduling, orientation and training, employee relations, and performance management.
Assist EMS leadership with planning and evaluating service delivery.
Evaluate and enforce clinical guidelines and departmental policies and procedures.
Provide emergency medical services and transport when scheduled or as needed; at least 50% of time is anticipated to be scheduled on primary ambulances.
Ensure compliance with MNDOT and Minnesota Office of EMS regulations and standards.
Oversee vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure maintenance is completed and appropriate stock is available.
Respond to emergent and non-emergent calls and/or hospital codes and provide patient care in pre-hospital and/or hospital environments.
Provide advanced medical care and basic life support using appropriate medical equipment, devices, and treatment modalities.
As requested, provide hospital patient care tasks delegated by an RN within the scope of training and capabilities.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Supplemental benefit options
401(k) plan with employer contributions
Professional development, training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources