Supervisor EMS Assistant Chief

Job Summary

The EMS Supervisor, under the supervision of the EMS Operations Manager, is responsible for the pre-hospital care of patients requiring care as the result of illness/injury and is responsible for the direction of patient care.

The EMS Supervisor is responsible for oversight of the day to day operation of the EMS agency, and oversees the coordination, assessment, planning, implementation, reassessment, and evaluation of the patient care provided in the department by employees.

The EMS Supervisor assists the EMS Operations Manager in supervision of the transport teams to ensure quality care and satisfaction of the patient throughout the hospitalization and inter-facility transport process.

Responsible for compliance with standards of the PA Bureau of EMS and EMS Act for all levels of prehospital providers employed for and acting on the behalf of the transport service.

Uses established principles of delegation and supervision to direct the activities of all licensed and non-licensed care givers and support staff in the delivery of patient care during their assigned shift.

Uses independent judgment to ensure optimal delivery of patient care and appropriate use of available resources.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree

Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.

Experience

Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

PA Paramedic or higher EMS Certification

Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator Certification

National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700, 800, 100 & 200 training

Hazmat Awareness or higher Training

Current Valid Driver's License

Obtain unrestricted Medical Command authorization to practice within 90 days of hire and maintain unrestricted Medical Command authorization to practice while employed.

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

This position was posted by Tower Health (TRHMC at Vanity Fair, PA). Apply through the official website using the link on this page.