What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS Manager - Battalion Chief position at AtlantiCare?
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief oversees the daily operations of the EMS Department for a designated platoon. This includes but is not limited to maintaining adequate staff levels, keeping proper equipment readily available and emergency command response to incidents. The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief supervises EMS staff during their shift, as assigned: MICN's, RN's, MICP's, EMT's, MAV technicians, Medcom Communication (in the absence of Communications Manager) and EMS Students.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is responsible for the provision of a high standard of emergency medical care to the citizens of Atlantic and Cape May County and surrounding areas. The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is role model for desired company values, responsible for resolving customer service issues, operating within budgetary guidelines, identifying ways to best utilize System resources and maximizing performance through continual reassessment of System needs and EMS response to Mass Casualty Incidents, Special Operations requests and Special Events.
The EMS Manager -- Battalion Chief will partner with the EMS Director of Admin/Operations for all HR related issues.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is responsible for maintaining all licensed vehicles in accordance with established NJDOH regulatory guidelines and ensuring that vehicle checks and patient charts are completed within the allotted timeframe. The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief also ensures that the daily operational QA is completed at the end of each shift.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is responsible for providing assisting with new hire orientation, communicating performance expectations, and providing feedback to staff on a consistent basis. This position will also be responsible for being a liaison to various staff led committees.
The EMS Manager can be asked to back up Administrator on Call for a period of time.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief provides leadership on designated Shared Governance Teams of the Health care system. All EMS Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations at all times.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief also maintains established controlled dangerous substance CDS); par levels, maintaining security, reconciliation and quality assurance by 100% chart reconciliation and quality assurance by 100% chart review of completed CDS usage sheets.
This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelors in EMS, Business or Public Administration or related field degree required. Incumbent must have or begin a Bachelor program within 6 months of hire.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Certified as a Paramedic or MICN by State of NJ required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required upon hire or transfer. AHA ACLS, AHA PALS or PEPP Certification required upon hire or transfer. Completion of the National Incident Command Courses, ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 required upon hire or transfer. FEMA Professional Development Series, ICS 300, 400 required within 1 year of hire or transfer. Valid Driver's License required upon hire or transfer. NJ EMD and NECI 9-1-1 officer required within 3 months of hire or transfer.
EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years' work experience in EMS. Previous Supervisory Experience preferred. Effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required. Knowledge of all aspects of emergency policies and procedures and clinical applications required.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, blood borne pathogens, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping and crouching a majority of the workday. This position requires pushing and pulling equipment up to 20 pounds and lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the EMS Operations Director.
The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is responsible for the provision of a high standard of emergency medical care to the citizens of Atlantic and Cape May County and surrounding areas. The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is role model for desired company values, responsible for resolving customer service issues, operating within budgetary guidelines, identifying ways to best utilize System resources and maximizing performance through continual reassessment of System needs and EMS response to Mass Casualty Incidents, Special Operations requests and Special Events.
The EMS Manager -- Battalion Chief will partner with the EMS Director of Admin/Operations for all HR related issues.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is responsible for maintaining all licensed vehicles in accordance with established NJDOH regulatory guidelines and ensuring that vehicle checks and patient charts are completed within the allotted timeframe. The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief also ensures that the daily operational QA is completed at the end of each shift.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief is responsible for providing assisting with new hire orientation, communicating performance expectations, and providing feedback to staff on a consistent basis. This position will also be responsible for being a liaison to various staff led committees.
The EMS Manager can be asked to back up Administrator on Call for a period of time.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief provides leadership on designated Shared Governance Teams of the Health care system. All EMS Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations at all times.
The EMS Manager - Battalion Chief also maintains established controlled dangerous substance CDS); par levels, maintaining security, reconciliation and quality assurance by 100% chart reconciliation and quality assurance by 100% chart review of completed CDS usage sheets.
This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelors in EMS, Business or Public Administration or related field degree required. Incumbent must have or begin a Bachelor program within 6 months of hire.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Certified as a Paramedic or MICN by State of NJ required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required upon hire or transfer. AHA ACLS, AHA PALS or PEPP Certification required upon hire or transfer. Completion of the National Incident Command Courses, ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 required upon hire or transfer. FEMA Professional Development Series, ICS 300, 400 required within 1 year of hire or transfer. Valid Driver's License required upon hire or transfer. NJ EMD and NECI 9-1-1 officer required within 3 months of hire or transfer.
EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years' work experience in EMS. Previous Supervisory Experience preferred. Effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required. Knowledge of all aspects of emergency policies and procedures and clinical applications required.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, blood borne pathogens, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping and crouching a majority of the workday. This position requires pushing and pulling equipment up to 20 pounds and lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the EMS Operations Director.
The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.