Employer: The George Washington University
Location: Kuwait
Requisition Number 12-0141
Description Position Summary:
Supervises
and manages Emergency Medical Services System, orders and maintains
supplies and assures Quality Control of EMS services. Provides advanced
life support care to patients. Transports
and transfers
patients as well as assesses the extent of an illness or injury to
establish and prioritizes follow up medical procedures. Applies
artificial respiration or administers oxygen in cases of suffocation and
asphyxiation, starts and administers intravenous fluids, and performs
other emergency medical procedures during transport. Must be NREMT-P,
ACLS and CPR certified. Must also hold ACLS and CPR Instructor
certification. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish
goals. Performs a variety of tasks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To
perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
1.
Supervises and Manages Paramedic Leads, EMT-Ps and EMT-Bs throughout
the Area of Record, including but not limited to disciplinary action.
2. Maintains vehicles, equipment, tools, and protective clothing in a serviceable ready-response condition.
3. Responds to emergencies as required. Administers medical services for patient care within the scope of their training.
4. Provides oversight, and as needed will, create, maintain, and address issues regarding shift schedules.
5. Conducts recurrent proficiency training and OJT.
6. Instructs base populous and F&ES members in regards to medical classes.
7. Evaluates F&ES medical skills and abilities.
8. Performs other duties as assigned by the GWU-MFA Management
Requirements Qualifications:
The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
Associates Degree is required; Bachelors is preferred
Experience:
Requires
registration at an EMT-P level with the National Registry and 2-3 years
of related Management/Administrative experience. Must be ACLS and CPR
instructor certified
Supervision Received:
Reports to EMS Manager.
Supervision Exercised:
Supervision exercised over Lead Paramedic and other Paramedics.
Typical Physical Demands:
The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent
mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time. Requires
manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier
machine, and other equipment.
Lift and carry a minimum of 45 lb
and be able to collectively lift, carry, and balance patients who weigh
in excess of 100lbs. Pull and reach with both hands, crawl, kneel, bend
and climb, work outdoors in excessive heat or cold, high humidity or dry
atmospheric conditions, equipment and knowledge necessary to protect
against excessive noise, dust, fumes, smoke, or chemicals. Equipment and
knowledge necessary to protect oneself against radiation and infectious
diseases. Knowledge necessary to work around machinery with moving
parts.
Material and Equipment Directly Used:
Operates specialized vehicles/equipment.
Typical Mental Demands:
Must
have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to
communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. Must be
able to follow and understand instructions, and react favorably in all
work situations. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be mentally
adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people at various
levels within and outside the MFA.
Working Conditions:
The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Works in a military and/or emergency transport setting.
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