Emergency Medical Services Field Supervisor

Essentia Health • Ada, MN

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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 supervisor assists EMS leadership with planning and evaluating service delivery and evaluates and enforces clinical guidelines and departmental policies and procedures.

This position also works as a Paramedic, with at least 50% of time anticipated to be scheduled on primary ambulances. The role responds to emergent and non-emergent calls and hospital codes, provides advanced medical care and basic life support using appropriate equipment and treatment modalities, and may provide patient care in a hospital setting on tasks delegated by an RN within the individual's training and capabilities. The role also oversees vehicle and equipment inspections, maintenance, and stocking, and ensures compliance with MNDOT and Minnesota Office of EMS regulations and standards.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience as a paramedic.
• State background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults.
• NIMS 100, 200, and 700.
• State licensure/certification as a Paramedic or Registered Nurse.
• Authorized 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 driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license, as verified through the appropriate licensing agency.
• At least two years of driving experience, verified by motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Drivers over 75 must have medical permission.
• 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 participate in Young Driver Probation, including an MVR every six months and a completed probation form.
• Non-ambulance drivers must be at least 21 years old and meet MVR requirements.
• All drivers must have a valid CDL where required.

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 medical emergency services and transportation 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 proper stock is available.
• Respond to emergent and non-emergent calls and/or hospital codes and provide patient care in pre-hospital and/or hospital settings.
• Provide advanced medical care and basic life support using appropriate medical equipment, devices, and treatment modalities.
• When requested, provide hospital patient care by performing tasks delegated by an RN within the individual's training and capabilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous time off.
• Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed