Job Information
Guthrie Dir, Emergency Medical Svcs - Emergency Med Health Serv - Full Time in Towanda, Pennsylvania
Summary
The EMS Director is responsible for planning, implementing policies, evaluating systems and coordinating the ambulance services and working closely with other local, regional and state EMS services and agencies. This position will oversee the operation of all EMS programs, the management of all fiscal resources, the supervision of all EMS caregivers, and the provision of EMS services. The work includes responsibilities for the selection of equipment and vehicles and for assuring that EMS personnel are properly trained in current best practices in EMS. The work shall also include ensuring that the service is adequately staffed such that can accommodate coverage in event of the loss of availability of an EMT.
Experience
A minimum of 5 years acute care management/leadership experience required. Five (5) years of advanced life support required.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in health-related field required preferred Registered Nurse.
Master’s degree in healthcare administration or related healthcare field preferred
Five years clinical Paramedic experience with at least five years’ experience in EMS management
Licenses
Require current driver’s license. Current minimum EMT-P certification with the ability to obtain reciprocity in NY and PA. National Incident management system classes required for the position. If no PA approved Emergency Maintains clinical competencies and medical command.
Essential Functions
Overall managerial responsibility for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program and responsibility for formulating EMS processes with the development and implementation of technical policies and procedures.
Ensures patient and caregiver safety in all areas of operations.
Cooperates with Federal, State, and other local departments/agencies in search, rescue, and medical emergency situations.
Directs and evaluates all clinical activities including care plan development, service level determination, and complaint management
Prepares budget and ensures compliance with allocated funding.
Responds to emergency calls, taking command and control responsibilities as necessary
Responds to non-emergency calls to assist the public and other response agencies, taking appropriate action to minimize the loss of life and/or property
Oversee staffing issues to include recruitment, evaluations, discipline and/or coaching as necessary, education, training and certification, scheduling, and other areas of personnel management.
Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA laws and regulations.
Maintain current knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations related to aspects of EMS.
Maintain positive working relationships with hospitals, medical professionals and staff, law enforcement, public works, fire, and other agencies in Bradford County and surrounding areas
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
Works in conjunction with other departments to work collaboratively in the updating and maintenance of Emergency Operations Plans for Guthrie locations and Bradford County.
Attends seminars and training sessions as required by position
Reviews and updates department personnel job descriptions, including certification requirements and continuing education tracking for review by human resources
Performs other duties as assigned
Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.
The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.
The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.