Limited-Term EMS Coordinator

City of Redlands•Redlands, CA

About The Position

The City of Redlands is hiring a limited-term EMS Coordinator for a temporary appointment expected to last up to one year from the date of appointment. Under general direction, this role supports Emergency Medical Services programs and related department-wide and community programs. Duties include training, monitoring, evaluation, procurement, inventory control, quality control and improvement, billing, regulatory compliance, public education, and management of training records. The appointment addresses temporary City operational, project, program, or staffing needs and does not establish an expectation of continued employment beyond the authorized period; the department may conclude the assignment earlier based on operational needs. The position requires an associate degree or equivalent education in a related field and four years of qualifying EMS or related experience. A bachelor's degree is desirable. The employee must maintain a valid California driver's license and specified provider and instructor certifications. The role involves office work, travel between sites, and occasional physically demanding assignments, including serving as a Medical Unit Leader or Rehabilitation Unit Leader at fires, training, or other arduous activities.

Requirements

Education equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited institution in Paramedicine, Education, Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, or a related field.
Four years of experience as a Paramedic, Emergency Room Nurse, Pre-Hospital Flight Nurse, Fire Department EMS Coordinator, Pre-Hospital Manager/Coordinator, or Pre-Hospital Educator.
Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver's license.
Possession and maintenance of provider certifications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Life Support (PALS) or Handtevy Certification.
Possession and maintenance of ICEMA Skills Instructor/CE Provider certification.
Ability to work in a standard office environment and travel to different sites and locations.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including frequent lifting or moving of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

Analyze, plan, design, implement, and administer EMS and other department-wide and community-oriented programs.
Perform quality assurance reviews of EMS documentation and care delivered.
Evaluate EMS data and identify methods for providing effective emergency medical care.
Design quality assurance programs to measure outcomes and effectiveness.
Research and analyze current and future EMS issues and trends.
Plan, organize, and develop lesson plans for Paramedic and EMT training programs.
Conduct and evaluate EMS training and classroom instruction, including CPR and Basic Life Support.
Conduct threshold incident reviews for EMS-related activities.
Ensure EMS system regulatory compliance.
Serve as a liaison between the Fire Department and hospitals, ambulance supervisors, and other agencies regarding EMS activities.
Represent the Fire Department on local, state, and federal boards and committees.
Serve as Medical Unit Leader or Rehabilitation Unit Leader at structure fires, training, or other physically arduous activities.
Create and administer an EMS public education program.
Coordinate maintenance of EMS records, including certification, training, and patient care reports.
Develop, review, and update EMS policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.