EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SPECIALIST DEFINITION Under ...

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES SPECIALIST

DEFINITION Under the general direction of the Battalion Chief of Special Operations, the Emergency Medical Services Specialist is responsible for the development and delivery of the District’s EMS educational programs and activities. This position will assess, develop, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate Emergency Medical Services (EMS) educational programs in conjunction with the EMS Coordinator. Performs other duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: A person in this position, working within the framework of District policy and Core Values, must be a knowledgeable, personable, highly competent professional with exceptional organizational and communication skills and the ability to motivate others, utilizing a team-oriented approach to deliver EMS education in a practical, applicable manner. This is a non-safety, non-represented position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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. Examples of Duties: The position is responsible for assessing EMS training needs and requirements for development, delivery, or coordination of delivery. This will be accomplished through standard instructional techniques, including brief overviews, instructional objectives, comprehensive topical outlines, and methods of evaluation; instructing and/or coordinating the instruction of all EMS CE courses and complying with State CE Provider requirements as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 22, Chapter 11, Article 6; instructing, developing and/or coordinating the development and delivery of the curriculum for the Recruit Academy EMS section, Reserve/Volunteer EMS training, and Contra Costa County EMS Training Consortium modules; instructing, developing and/or coordinating required annual EMS training, such as Cal OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen update training, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals (PEPP), Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) and EMT-1 and Paramedic skills verification; facilitating the placement of Paramedic interns with Paramedic Preceptors, acting as a resource for District Paramedic Preceptors by providing quality instruction and evaluation of Paramedic interns and acting as a liaison between the Preceptors and the Paramedic training institutions; participating in demonstrations, committees, and meetings, being a resource and point of contact for inquiries, and assisting with training for public agencies; developing and coordinating the provision of practical EMS training to all field personnel at District stations and facilities; performing other related EMS duties as directed.

San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Revised February 2009

Career Development Guide

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Plan, develop, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate EMS education/training; provide Skill to: clear, focused, and cost-effective EMS education/training programs; translate EMS knowledge/skills requirements into practical training; deal tactfully and effectively with a wide variety of EMS personnel, government officials, civic groups, the public and District staff; prepare clear, concise and accurate written reports and curriculum plans; represent the District in meetings with the public and government bodies to promote the District’s EMS program goals; utilize computers and computer software for information retrieval, analysis and planning, records management, status tracking, report and memo writing, time management, and priority setting; utilize well-developed communication skills, including presentation skills and ability to effectively facilitate training sessions, meetings, and projects; utilize written skills, including spelling, grammar, and writing standards; utilize organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and to multi-task. Physical Characteristics: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, jog or run. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to: drive vehicles, operate a personal computer, read small print on documents and maps, detect subtle shades of color, hear and speak well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio and in person. The employee must be physically fit enough to walk over rough terrain, climb hills, open and close heavy gates, carry EMS equipment as needed, load and unload vehicles, and work outdoors for long periods of time in all types of weather conditions; possess the stamina to perform administrative functions and meet physical and mental demands of the position. While performing the duties of this job the employee occasionally works outside, with the potential exposure to wet, humid, hot and inclement weather conditions. The employee may also be exposed to heights, temperature extremes, crowds, loud noises, limited visibility, hazardous materials, confined spaces, and moving mechanical parts. Other Characteristics: Must be willing and have the ability to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements, may be required to attend meetings, seminars, and conferences during or after work hours; travel out-of-town or out-of-state for several days at a time; consistently follow through with duties/assignments and work harmoniously with subordinates and superiors; wear approved uniform. Report for work on a regular, consistent basis and maintain an acceptable attendance record in accordance with District policy.



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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Principles and practices in the development of EMS training programs; Knowledge of: principles and practices related to the instructional methods/delivery of effective employee training; principles and practices of education and public speaking, including the planning, preparation, and evaluation of educational material and outreach tools; basic human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, techniques, and established analytical processes used in the description and assessment of patient status; the Contra Costa County EMS Pre-hospital Care Manual; county, state and federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to EMS; administrative methods and procedures including material and equipment requisition and purchase. Experience: Five (5) years experience as an R.N. or EMT-P. Emergency or pre-hospital field experience is highly desirable. Management of an EMS education program is highly desirable. Education: Possession of a High School diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate. Licenses: Current Registered Nurse License, California Paramedic License, or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic License. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Maintenance of a valid California driver's license is required as a condition of employment. Certificates: The following certificates are required at the time of appointment: BLS for the Health Care Provider (CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Employees in this classification are required to maintain certification as a condition of employment. The following certificates are desirable at the time of appointment and required within one year of appointment: Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Personnel (PEPP), PEPP Instructor, CPR Instructor. The following certificates are desirable at the time of appointment and required within two years of appointment: Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS). The following certificates and/or courses are desirable at the time of appointment and required within three years of appointment: California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Fire Instructor 1A and 1B or National Association of EMS Educators Certified Instructor.



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