Supervisory Medical Care Transportation Technician - Paramedic

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The major duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversees all aspects of the Ambulance Services Program (ASP);
• Performs the full range of supervisory responsibilities to include but not limited to creates, adjusts and approves ASP employee schedules as well as reviewing and approving leave requests; interviews candidates for positions and recommends appointment, promotion or reassignment; observes performance and develops performance standards; resolves formal and informal complaints; prepares and recommends awards or bonuses; provides advice and counsel related to work and administrative matters; assures subordinates are trained, etc.;
• Prepares forecasts of funds needed for equipment, materials and supplies;
• Responds to on-site accidents and other emergencies involving injury and illnesses;
• Determines and prioritizes appropriate medical treatment/procedures;
• Performs patient triage and records patient's vital signs;
• Administers basic and advanced life support care at emergency scene in accordance with established medical standards;
• Provides fluid resuscitation by IV and manages trauma injuries;
• Operates or utilizes various emergency vehicles and emergency/medical equipment;
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals;
• Operates the emergency transport vehicle and uses telephone and radio communications equipment and systems;
• Assists in lifting and carrying patients into or out of transport vehicles and into treatment facility; and,
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Paramedics may work rotating shifts, including holidays, and are subject to occasional recall to maintain adequate coverage of the Emergency Department and ambulance service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Mandatory overtime may be required due to run times that may extend beyond normal scheduled work hours.

Authorized for highly qualified candidates. DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.