Supervisor, EMS

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

2h•$32 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Emergency Medical Services Supervisor is to provide for the orderly operation of the EMS system, respond to incidents requiring an EMS Supervisor for problem solving or decision making, complete all required reports and documentation, enforce operational policies and procedures, observe and evaluate employee performance, provide pre-hospital First Responder Basic Life Support (BLS) in all weather conditions, provide leadership and direction to EMS Personnel, consider, meet, and exceed the expectations of customers and patients of all ages and from all populations while using age and population appropriate equipment and techniques and while actively seeking other assigned duties to support efficient EMS operations and represent UH, and EMS in a positive and professional manner.

Requirements

Minimum of four (4) years of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) experience
Minimum of two (2) years of EMS driving experience with a good driving record
Valid driver’s license with New Jersey driving privileges
Ability to successfully pass a medical evaluation and respirator fit test
Ability to wear an N95 particulate filter respirator in accordance with PEOSHA standards as a condition of employment
Must possess and maintain current, active credentials in good standing as an EMT, Paramedic, or Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (as applicable), verified through Primary Source Verification
Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD, VA, WV, Washington, D.C., or another Atlantic EMS Council state
NJ EMT reciprocity must be obtained prior to completion of the probationary period
Certification as a New Jersey Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic (MICP) or Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN)
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
For MICP or MICN only: AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider or AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider or Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals – Advanced (PEPP-A) Provider
Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Provider or Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
Candidates without this credential must obtain it within the first year of employment or promotion
Incident Command System (ICS) Level 200
Incident Command System (ICS) Level 300
Must be obtained within the first year of employment or promotion if not already held
EMS Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Awareness
National Response Plan: An Introduction

Nice To Haves

Spanish language proficiency is preferred
Prior experience in an urban EMS environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the orderly and efficient operation of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system
Respond to incidents requiring supervisory-level problem solving and decision-making
Complete all required reports and documentation accurately and timely
Enforce EMS operational policies, procedures, and standards
Observe, monitor, and evaluate employee performance
Provide pre-hospital First Responder Basic Life Support (BLS) care in all weather conditions
Deliver leadership, guidance, and direction to EMS personnel
Meet and exceed the expectations of patients and customers of all ages and populations
Utilize age- and population-appropriate equipment and clinical techniques
Perform additional assigned duties to support effective EMS operations
Represent University Hospital (UH) and the EMS department in a positive, professional manner