Paramedic Supervisor - ALSTAR Jamestown

UPMC•Jamestown, NY

About The Position

UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Paramedic Supervisor for its ALSTAR / Jamestown location. This position has an overnight schedule and rotates weekend and holiday responsibilities. The Paramedic Supervisor provides advanced emergency care to ill and injured people in accordance with New York State, W.R.E.M.A.C., and WCA Services Medical Director requirements. The supervisor serves as the in-charge medic on an ALS vehicle and is responsible for the safe operation of corporate vehicles, daily operations and activities of the MTS Division during the shift, and annual employee evaluations. The role also evaluates the assigned crew and provides accurate information to support evaluations of other crews.

Requirements

Current certification as a New York State Department of Health Paramedic EMT-P or AEMT-CC.
Ability to provide professional advanced emergency care in accordance with New York State W.R.E.M.A.C. protocol standards.
ITLS or PHTLS certification, as required by W.R.E.M.A.C.
At least three years of ALS field experience.
NYS CFR certification required.
Complete ICS-100, NIMS-700, and HAZMAT Awareness (Post 9/11/2001) training within six months of hire or transfer.
Submit the New York SCR application within the first week of hire.
Complete New York Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire or transfer.
BLS based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration, is required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

CAD certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide professional advanced emergency care to ill and injured persons in accordance with applicable protocols and standards.
Serve as the in-charge medic on an ALS vehicle and ensure safe operation of corporate vehicles.
Oversee daily operations and activities of the MTS Division during the shift.
Complete annual employee evaluations, including evaluations of the crew chief's assigned crew and providing information to support evaluations of other crews.
Work with MTS, ATS, and Starflight managers to develop efficient communications.
Foster and promote professionalism within MedCom.
Develop and implement training programs and continuing education.
Manage the department's human resources.
Serve as liaison to Public Safety entities, hospitals, nursing homes, and other customers regarding communications.
Develop and recommend comprehensive communications policies and procedures to the EMS Resources Manager and Chief Flight Nurse.
Work with the ATS Coordinator on ATS call scheduling.
Work with management responsible for IS and infrastructure support.
Attend Field Supervisor meetings.
Act as an active preceptor to other staff.