Emergency Medical Director

To perform responsible administrative work in managing the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division of the Emergency Services Department.

An employee in this classification performs complex administrative and supervisory work in the coordination of EMS emergency and non-emergency activities of the department. Work involves handling various managerial areas to include operations, training, billing, coordinating services with other agencies, overseeing the County wide medical First Responder Program, participating in community projects, and participating in regional and state organizations to benefit and improve the department;

responding to emergencies as needed, ensuring the best possible control in emergency situations in order to protect the lives and property of those in need of assistance; and assisting to ensure department compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Work is performed under general direction and is evaluated on the basis of attainment of individual and division goals and objectives, periodic conferences, activity reports, feedback from other agencies and public support.

• Serves as System Administrator for EMS Plan. Responsible for compliance, maintaining and updating EMS System Plan as required. Responsible for updating and implementing EMS protocols, procedures and policies as required.
• Supervises department employees, which includes such duties as instructing, assigning and reviewing work, maintaining standards, acting on employee problems, selecting new employees, appraising employee performance, recommending promotions, discipline, termination and salary increases.
• Plans, organizes and directs activities of the Emergency Medical Service Department, working closely with emergency communications, law enforcement, volunteer emergency services and other County departments as necessary in order to provide effective emergency medical response; develops and implements evaluation procedures to determine quality of emergency medical service provided; reviews administrative and activity reports prepared by department staff.
• Supervises, plans, coordinates and directs Department operations, ensuring departmental compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations and standards of safety.
• Advises personnel of changes in federal, state and local laws governing emergency medical services; ensures that subordinates receive orientation and training required for assigned positions; establishes, interprets and enforces standard operating procedures for the various programs.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice and assistance as needed.
• Oversees training, development and certification of department staff members and schedules and conducts exercises and drills.
• Coordinates and oversees the activities of the Medical First Responder program.
• Ensures that billing function is properly completed for services provided by Bladen County EMS and volunteer rescue squad providers within the EMS System Plan. Makes recommendations for contracts with outside vendors regarding billing services.
• Interacts and communicates with other emergency service agencies, medical control physician, and the dispatch center to coordinate effective response to crisis situations.
• Prepares and implements EMS protocols.

• Develops, prepares, reviews, and maintains the EMS budget. Monitors spending and ensures all applicable procedures and policies are followed in budget management.
• Responsible for equipment, property and personnel to ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, coeds and/or standards; ensures the proper maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles. Ensures maintenance records are maintained.
• Inspects equipment, property and personnel to ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, codes and/or standards; ensures the proper maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles; maintains maintenance records.
• Determines the need for new equipment and apparatus for rescue units; researches and recommends purchases.
• Addresses school and public organizations regarding the activities and programs of the Department; explains departmental operations and promotes public understanding, awareness and relations.
• Attends required state and regional meetings, conferences, training courses and seminars to maintain knowledgeable of industry trends and technology.
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