Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Responsible for the stocking, fueling, and cleaning of Emergency Services units to ensure they are ready for immediate response. This position requires that the employee must have proficiency in the understanding of emergency care and equipment used in the delivery of that care.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The EMS Logistics Technician must check and resupply each EMS unit with specialized medications and equipment necessary to deliver general and emergent medical care in the field environment. The employee is also responsible for cleaning the unit, checking all operational light and driving systems and insuring that it is capable of responding to emergency calls. The normal working shift is 10 hours on duty. The employee must work in all weather conditions. They must also diagnose any problems with the unit or equipment and have effective repairs completed before releasing to field operations for emergency response. The employee may be recalled to duty in the event of mass casualty situations within Guilford County or the surrounding areas. The EMS Logistics Technician must oversee and perform any number of tasks that allow no margin for error. The position will often be expected to carry out assignments without direct supervision. Must be able to use governing policies and regulations, general guidelines, organizational precedent and experience to guide their decisions and actions.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and Tasks

• Checks out and stock missing/used supplies.
• Checks inventory and expiration dates of all medical supplies in med boxes and vehicular storage compartments.
• Transport units into and out of the restocking area and to maintenance.
• Resupplies unit with necessary medical supplies before placing unit back in service.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for response to emergencies.
• Completes all manual and computerized forms and reports, maintains records on equipment/supplies used and unit status.
• Cleans and fuels the unit.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of Emergency Care and the equipment used in pre-hospital medicine.
• Knowledge of equipment operation.
• Knowledge of supplies used in emergency care.
• Knowledge of pharmacology stocking.
• Knowledge of EMS unit operation and safety checks.
• Ability to package supplies in provided bins and containers and properly place on EMS units.
• Ability to apply basic life support skills as defined by OEMS 13P.
• Ability to operate EMS units safely.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in all types of environmental climates.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or equivalent, and one year experience related to logistics, warehouse supply, or inventory management services.

Special Requirements

• Must obtain forklift operator license within 12 months of hire.
• Must obtain Class B vehicle operator’s license within 12 months of hire.
• Must obtain ICS 100 & 700 within 3 months of hire.
• Successfully complete EVD or county approved driving course within 6 months of hire.
• AHA Heartsaver BLS/CPR Certification within 12 months of hire.
• HazMat Awareness or county approved equivalent within 12 months of hire.

Supplemental Information

Driving is Essential
Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria.
If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.
Special Note

This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with physical abilities checklist which can be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal defensible personnel decisions.