CITY OF RIALTO
Approved: XXXX Group: RCEA
Revision Date: DOT Participant: No
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) SPECIALIST
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.
Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
The EMS Specialist is a professional, non-safety position responsible for supporting and ensuring that the highest level of emergency care services is delivered by the City . The EMS Specialist will utilize a team - oriented approach to develop and maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities of EMS personnel in a practical and appropriate manner. This person must also possess the ability to assist with EMS quality improvement, risk evaluation, and overall EMS operational initiatives and duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
1. Coordinates activities between basic and advanced life support units and emergency department personnel.
2. Assesses EMS training needs and requirements for development, delivery, and/or coordination of delivery through standard instructional techniques.
3. Collaborates with agencies within the EMS system to develop and implement quality improvement activities.
4. Assist in developing trauma center designation criteria, including pre-hospital trauma policies and procedures; develop and implement a data collection system for analyzing and assessing the effectiveness of trauma care.
5. Audit EMS reports and investigate discrepancies to identify deficiencies and recommend alternative solutions; develop quality assurance criteria to monitor EMS activities.
6. Participate in establishing and updating standards of patient care, patient care documentation, and City EMS policies and procedures.
7. Implement, conduct, and develop training programs and curriculum for the C ity Fire Department for emergency medical programs.
8. Assist in the development and implementation of triage and transfer protocols; develop and implement investigation policies and procedures applicable to preparing responses to complaints regarding patient transfers.
9. Research and write reports, analyze data, and correspond with regulatory, governmental, and business entities as required.
10. Assists in developing goals for delivering pre-hospital care.
11. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Basic human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, techniques, and established analytical processes used in the description and assessment of patient status. • State of California statutes and regulations pertaining to emergency medical services.
CITY OF RIALTO
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Specialist
(Continued)
• Basic medical terminology and equipment.
• Techniques of collecting and compiling data pertinent to emergency medical care systems. • State and local legislation pertaining to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) • Administrative methods and procedures including material and equipment procurement and acquisition.
• Principles and practices in the development of EMS training processes. • Emergency medical care education programs and operating standards for first aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) certification and paramedic licensure.
• Group dynamics and community organizations.
Ability to:
• Develop and recommend solutions to problems identified in an EMS or public health and medical disaster response system.
• Facilitate compliance with City and legally required accountability systems to accommodate timely, consistent, complete, and effective documentation and reporting, as required. • Safely drive a vehicle to and from various locations. • Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Coordinate functions between governmental and private agencies, hospital staff, and advisory committees related to the development, implementation, and maintenance of standards, protocols, and procedures involving EMS or public health and medical disaster response system requirements and personnel.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and community groups. • Proficient in data and information retrieval, analysis and planning, records management, status tracking, report and memo writing, time management, and the setting of priorities.
• Understand, interpret, and apply provisions of federal, State and local laws, regulations, and policies and procedures pertinent to EMS or public health and medical disaster response systems. • Perform effectively in an environment of constantly changing priorities and real-life crises. • Read and understand technical materials and reports on emergency medical care including medical reports.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Experience:
Three (3) years performing the duties of an Emergency Medical Services Specialist OR three (3) years as a practicing Emergency Med ical Technician, Paramedic, or Emergency Medical Technician instructor, or registered nurse
Training:
Graduation from an accredited High School or successful completion of the G.E.D. (General Educational Development) exam or equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications
License: Possession of a State of California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program. A current California Paramedic or California Registered
CITY OF RIALTO
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Specialist
(Continued)
Nurse License is required.
Certification: Cardiac Life Support (CPR) certification as defined by the American Heart Association.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens; travel from site to site. Pre-hospital care environment; exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens, heat, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, radiant energy, toxic materials and inclement weather conditions; hazards of emergency driving.
Physical Conditions:
Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles. This position will require periodic response to emergency situations to evaluate paramedic/EMT performance. This requires being physically capable of getting on and off fire apparatus in an emergency setting.