Empress Emergency Medical Services
Lieutenant (ALS) - Field Operations
Empress Emergency Medical Services, Yonkers, New York, United States
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Lieutenant (ALS) - Field Operations
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Empress Emergency Medical Services .
Position Summary Under limited supervision, the primary focus of the Lieutenant - Field Operations (Lieutenant) is to oversee the field operations of the EMTs, Paramedics, Students, and observers within Empress EMS. The Lieutenant possesses education and experience in areas of management, planning, solid knowledge of scheduling practices, and problem solving to oversee the field supervisors.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Acts under the direction of the Captain — Field Operations and/or Operations Administrator.
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
Works with other department supervisors to ensure proper management and reports issues to superiors as necessary
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize duties
Maintains appropriate customer relations
Ability to operate in concurrence with NYS and regional guidelines as a Paramedic
Punctual
Assists Lieutenants in assuming accountability and responsibility for their division's staffing needs, counsels and assists subordinate staff; reviews activities and provides leadership and guidance regarding various issues and concerns
Fosters a harmonious, inclusive work environment and effective working relationships among staff and all coworkers. Models and ensures appropriate workplace behavior that reflects the values of Empress Ambulance Service
Ensures the professional and technical development of assigned staff. Provides direct and specific feedback regarding accomplishments and areas needing improvement
Oversees activities and handles various issues occurring during their shift
Working knowledge of, and adheres to Empress EMS policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with established policies, guidelines, protocols and procedures, identifying and correcting any deficiencies
Ensure subordinate staff are informed, educated, and knowledgeable of changes in policy or protocol
Responds to personnel-related issues in accordance with established policies, guidelines, protocols, and procedures; handles issues and provides direction and assistance through subordinate supervisors. Keeps staff informed and educated of changes in policy or protocol
Shift coverage of the Field Supervisor group’s primary responsibility
Safely operate emergency vehicles during both emergency and non-emergency modes
Provides and directs emergency medical care as needed. Evaluates subordinate emergency medical care as needed.
Completes all shift documentation as required, including but not limited to: patient care reports, repair requests, end of shift reports, etc.
Acts as part of, and in accordance with the Incident Command System
Subject to off duty emergency recall as necessary
Reviews and recommends changes to existing policies, guidelines, protocols and procedures
Facilitates restock, coordination, record keeping and deployment of all controlled substances or Notify Empress EMS Controlled Substance Agent(s) of any noted issues or deficiencies
Responds to major incidents as necessary, or recalled, and fulfills appropriate roles within the Incident Command System
Oversees routine aspects of service delivery, including clinical documentation, communications, clinical quality of care, training, ambulance operations, system status, customer relations, incident command, coordination and problem resolution
Effectively present information and respond to questions from administration, other supervisors, other agencies and facilities, subordinates and the general public
Other responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate by superiors
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Valid NYS Paramedic Certification
Valid Hudson Valley and Westchester REMAC Certifications
Minimum of 3 years of full-time experience as a NYS Paramedic or minimum of 1 year of 911 experience
Ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance).
Be proficient in all duties performed by subordinates
Good interpersonal skills
Good communications skills
Basic computer proficiency
Excellent documentation skills
Advanced knowledge of the Incident Command System
Excellent incident investigation skills
Ability to teach skills to others
Working knowledge of EMS Systems / Private Ambulance and Medical Transportation Systems required
Dispatch experience preferred
Job Details
Job Title:
Lieutenant (ALS) - Field Operations
Location:
Yonkers, NY
Department:
EMS Field Operations
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Captain - Field Operations
Shift Hiring:
Full-time
Pay Grade:
$36 - $46 per hour
Senior Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Lieutenant (ALS) - Field Operations
role at
Empress Emergency Medical Services .
Position Summary Under limited supervision, the primary focus of the Lieutenant - Field Operations (Lieutenant) is to oversee the field operations of the EMTs, Paramedics, Students, and observers within Empress EMS. The Lieutenant possesses education and experience in areas of management, planning, solid knowledge of scheduling practices, and problem solving to oversee the field supervisors.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Acts under the direction of the Captain — Field Operations and/or Operations Administrator.
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
Works with other department supervisors to ensure proper management and reports issues to superiors as necessary
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize duties
Maintains appropriate customer relations
Ability to operate in concurrence with NYS and regional guidelines as a Paramedic
Punctual
Assists Lieutenants in assuming accountability and responsibility for their division's staffing needs, counsels and assists subordinate staff; reviews activities and provides leadership and guidance regarding various issues and concerns
Fosters a harmonious, inclusive work environment and effective working relationships among staff and all coworkers. Models and ensures appropriate workplace behavior that reflects the values of Empress Ambulance Service
Ensures the professional and technical development of assigned staff. Provides direct and specific feedback regarding accomplishments and areas needing improvement
Oversees activities and handles various issues occurring during their shift
Working knowledge of, and adheres to Empress EMS policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with established policies, guidelines, protocols and procedures, identifying and correcting any deficiencies
Ensure subordinate staff are informed, educated, and knowledgeable of changes in policy or protocol
Responds to personnel-related issues in accordance with established policies, guidelines, protocols, and procedures; handles issues and provides direction and assistance through subordinate supervisors. Keeps staff informed and educated of changes in policy or protocol
Shift coverage of the Field Supervisor group’s primary responsibility
Safely operate emergency vehicles during both emergency and non-emergency modes
Provides and directs emergency medical care as needed. Evaluates subordinate emergency medical care as needed.
Completes all shift documentation as required, including but not limited to: patient care reports, repair requests, end of shift reports, etc.
Acts as part of, and in accordance with the Incident Command System
Subject to off duty emergency recall as necessary
Reviews and recommends changes to existing policies, guidelines, protocols and procedures
Facilitates restock, coordination, record keeping and deployment of all controlled substances or Notify Empress EMS Controlled Substance Agent(s) of any noted issues or deficiencies
Responds to major incidents as necessary, or recalled, and fulfills appropriate roles within the Incident Command System
Oversees routine aspects of service delivery, including clinical documentation, communications, clinical quality of care, training, ambulance operations, system status, customer relations, incident command, coordination and problem resolution
Effectively present information and respond to questions from administration, other supervisors, other agencies and facilities, subordinates and the general public
Other responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate by superiors
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Valid NYS Paramedic Certification
Valid Hudson Valley and Westchester REMAC Certifications
Minimum of 3 years of full-time experience as a NYS Paramedic or minimum of 1 year of 911 experience
Ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance).
Be proficient in all duties performed by subordinates
Good interpersonal skills
Good communications skills
Basic computer proficiency
Excellent documentation skills
Advanced knowledge of the Incident Command System
Excellent incident investigation skills
Ability to teach skills to others
Working knowledge of EMS Systems / Private Ambulance and Medical Transportation Systems required
Dispatch experience preferred
Job Details
Job Title:
Lieutenant (ALS) - Field Operations
Location:
Yonkers, NY
Department:
EMS Field Operations
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Captain - Field Operations
Shift Hiring:
Full-time
Pay Grade:
$36 - $46 per hour
Senior Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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