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EMS Communications Supervisor

Newark, NJ • On-site

University Hospital, Newark NJ
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$32.27 - $49.35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Emergency Medical Services Communications Supervisor is to provide for the orderly operation of the EMS system by providing on-line supervision, decision making, and problem solving as needed to all divisions of EMS, completing all required reports and documentation, enforcing operational policies and procedures, observing and evaluating employee performance, providing leadership and direction to EMS Personnel, considering, meeting, and exceeding the expectations of customers and patients of all ages and from all populations while using age and population appropriate equipment and techniques, and by actively seeking other assigned duties to support efficient EMS operations and representing University Hospital, and EMS in a positive and professional manner.


What You’ll Do

 
  • Oversee the daily operation of the EMS system to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
  • Provide on-line supervision, operational guidance, decision-making, and problem-solving support to all EMS divisions.
  • Complete and maintain all required reports, records, and documentation.
  • Enforce departmental policies, procedures, and operational standards.
  • Observe, evaluate, and support employee performance and development.
  • Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to EMS personnel.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and patient care to individuals of all ages and diverse populations using age-appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Identify and perform additional duties as needed to support efficient EMS operations.
  • Promote a positive, professional image of University Hospital and the EMS Department.
    • Ensure customer and patient expectations are consistently met or exceeded.

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Minimum four (4) years of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) experience.
  • Minimum two (2) years of EMS dispatching experience in a 9-1-1 call center.
  • Minimum two (2) years of EMS vehicle driving experience with a good driving record.
  • Valid driver's license with New Jersey driving privileges.
  • Must be able to pass a medical evaluation and respirator fit test.
  • Must be able to wear an N95 particulate filter respirator mask in accordance with PEOSHA standards as a condition of employment.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.
  • Must possess and maintain current and active credentials in good standing (EMT, Paramedic, or Mobile Intensive Care Nurse, as applicable), subject to initial and periodic Primary Source Verification.

Required Certifications & Credentials

  • Certification as a New Jersey Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or EMT certification in NJ, PA, NY, DE, MD, VA, WV, Washington, D.C., or another Atlantic EMS Council member state. NJ EMT reciprocity must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.

    OR

  • Certification as a New Jersey Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic (MICP) or Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN).

  • Certification in the Basic Telecommunicator Course (BTC).

  • Certification as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD).

  • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.

  • For MICP or MICN candidates:

    • AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider certification.
    • AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider certification or Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals - Advanced (PEPP-A) Provider certification.

  • Incident Command System (ICS) Level 200 certification.

  • Incident Command System (ICS) Level 300 certification. Candidates not possessing this credential at the time of hire or promotion must obtain it within their first year in the position.

Required Training

  • EMS Hazmat Awareness and Operations Level.
  • National Incident Management System (NIMS) Awareness.
  • National Response Plan: An Introduction.

Primary Source Verification

Credentials and qualifications will be verified through:

  • New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
  • New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
  • University Hospital's designated Background Check Company.

What We Offer

  • Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development 

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly range for this position is WH/23C ;$32.27- $49.35  per hour. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

 

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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.

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This University Hospital Credo expresses the commitment that our employees make to our patients and to their coworkers. Each individual promises to deliver the best outcome for each patient he or she encounters, at every encounter. This pledge encompasses everything from warm and professional customer service to a clear and succinct explanation of a medical diagnosis – and everything in between. We understand that each and every one of our patients deserves and will receive our utmost attention and respect. It is our pleasure to help our patients through their health care experience at University Hospital. It is our privilege to assist them in their journey. That is our commitment to you.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Newark, NJ, US

Year founded

1882

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