EMS Regional Field Coordinator

Individual is responsible for the development and execution of specific projects as outlined in accordance with the EMS Act 37 for Lycoming, Tioga, and Sullivan Counties.

Responsibilities include public information and education, quality assurance, ambulance licensure, voluntary QRS & Rescue recognition, data collection and analysis, research and evaluation, and assistance with emergency services training. Works in conjunction with emergency service agencies and hospitals in the region.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Responsible for citizen awareness programs that will provide for prevention and prompt recognition of medical emergencies, access to the EMS system, and basic emergency medical care techniques prior to the arrival of EMS personnel.
• Works in conjunction with the communications personnel to improve citizen’s access to emergency services, emergency services telecommunications training and direct medical intervention, and response to illnesses and/or injury to individuals.
• Conducts a comprehensive review and evaluation of the quality of EMS being offered by all levels of emergency care personnel.
• Responsible for the coordination of the LTS EMS Strike Team, maintaining team member records, credentialing, equipment, training, and serve as a liaison between the PA DOH Bureau of EMS for the distribution of information related to potential deployment or training.
• Serves as staff member to the following committees: Public Information & Education, Advanced Life Support, Continuing Quality Improvement (CQI), Field Response and Transportation, and Rescue Task Force.

• Processes electronic pre-hospital data collection from EMS Services and transmits to DOH monthly.
• Prepares appropriate reports and data analysis as requested/required to the Department of Health.

• Assists with regional training programs for local emergency services, i.e., scheduling, orientation of course coordinators and instructors, and testing.
• Coordinates and conducts ambulance licensure, QRS, and Rescue inspections and processes all necessary paperwork for recognition/licensure.
• Assists in the preparation of the EMS annual work plan and budget.
• Serves on appropriate Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council committees as delegated.
• Coordinates the development of a standardized disaster operating system for the EMS region, in conjunction with appropriate committees and agencies.

• Serves as staff of the County Emergency Operations Center for drills, exercises, and disasters.
• Foster relationships with partner organizations for the distribution of information, public education, and prevention activities.
• Other related job functions as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

Individual will report directly to the EMS Program Manager. Primarily working in an office environment, but required to do on-site inspections of emergency vehicles in the

Lycoming, Tioga and Sullivan counties region, as well as coordinating/participating in programs outside office. Required to attend some evening meetings. Due to the nature of service provided by the Department of Public Safety, required to be on-call for emergency incidents in the County.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Emergency Medical Services or related field, or three (3) years’ experience in Emergency Services.
• Additional compensation will be considered for EMS Council Office or PA DOH Bureau of EMS experience.

• Basic EMT certification and instructor qualification required.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
• Must submit to and pass a Drug and Alcohol screen per County policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36,504.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked for the County of Lycoming previously? If so, please provide your position and dates of employment.
• What is your current salary?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,504