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EMS Clinical Coordinator
EMS Clinical CoordinatorBeacon Health System • Elkhart, Indiana, United States, 46514
EMS Clinical Coordinator

EMS Clinical Coordinator

Beacon Health System • Elkhart, Indiana, United States, 46514
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

EMS Clinical Coordinator

Reports to the Director of Emergency Care Services and interfaces with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Medical Director. Responsibilities include analyzing training and education needs of the pre-hospital care givers in this region and developing, designing and implementing training and educational programs. Ensure high level of cooperation between the Hospital, pre-hospital care givers and the emergency room staff.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

  • MISSION : We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
  • VALUES : Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
  • SERVICE GOALS : Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Ensures the training and education needs of the pre-hospital care givers in this region are met in accordance with the Hospital's standards and applicable laws and regulations by :

  • Conducting education needs analysis in conjunction with appropriate management and staff personnel in order to determine clinical and / or classroom educational needs.
  • Planning, designing, coordinating and conducting training and educational programs in pre-hospital areas.
  • Designing, preparing, evaluating and updating lesson plans, lectures, tests and other necessary training / educational materials, programs and courses as necessary.
  • Teaching current pre-hospital care givers and / or new trainees by conducting classroom training and providing individual instruction.
  • Preparing necessary administrative / support materials such as program schedules, student evaluations, time / attendance records, etc.
  • Directing on-the-job instruction by coordinating the activities of trainees in a variety of clinical settings.
  • Monitoring trainee progress and performance; also providing instruction and counseling as necessary and making appropriate recommendations to line management.

    • Supports the management team by :

  • Serving as a regional resource person for clinical and training matters and ensuring that a cooperative atmosphere is maintained between the Hospital and pre-hospital care givers.
  • Improving public awareness of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system in the region through guest lectures, interviews, articles and programming.
  • Serving as a liaison between public and pre-hospital care givers.
  • Planning, designing and coordinating continuing education workshops in pre-hospital emergency areas.
  • Assisting other instructors in conducting classes as assigned.

    • Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by :

  • Assisting with community outreach, educational activities as appropriate or as assigned.
  • Completing other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.

    • ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    Associate complies with the following organizational requirements :

  • Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
  • Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
  • Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
  • Maintains license / certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
  • Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position / department.
  • Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
  • Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
  • Complies with established organization and department policies.
  • Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

    • Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way :

  • Leverage innovation everywhere.
  • Cultivate human talent.
  • Embrace performance improvement.
  • Build greatness through accountability.
  • Use information to improve and advance.
  • Communicate clearly and continuously.

    • Education and Experience

  • The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of an approved EMT or paramedic training program. Current Indiana certification as an EMT and a Paramedic is required; also must be approved as an Indiana State Emergency Management Agency Primary Instructor. A minimum of two to three years of related clinical experience as an EMT or a Paramedic is required in order to gain the necessary depth of experience and knowledge.

    • Knowledge & Skills

  • Requires well-developed knowledge of current training and adult education philosophies, techniques, programs, tools, equipment, etc.
  • Requires the analytical skills necessary to conduct training needs analysis, design and prepare programs, etc.
  • Demonstrates the high-level interpersonal skills necessary to interface effectively with all levels of Hospital team members and meet productively with various non-hospital based pre-hospital care givers.
  • Requires the ability to deal with and maintain control in stressful situations; also requires flexibility and creativity to meet changing needs of expanding programs.
  • Requires the ability to work autonomously.
  • Requires the ability to teach EMTs, EMT-Ps, other healthcare professionals and the public the appropriate aspects of emergency care (formal and informal teaching).
  • Requires the communication skills - - and the ability to collaborate - - that are necessary to deal effectively with the public and representatives of other healthcare services (for example, in the implementation of EMS programs).
  • Participates with local and state agencies in developing, coordinating and monitoring emergency preparedness activities.

    • Working Conditions

  • Works in a patient care environment requiring physical exertion, frequent changes in job demands, certain undesirable patient care activities and possible exposure to communicable disease, bio-hazards and radiation.
  • Operates patient-related equipment.
  • Work schedule may vary in order to meet the needs of the department.

    • Physical Demands

  • Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk / stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts / wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position / lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Requires the fine motor skills necessary for the manipulation of high-tech equipment; also requires the visual and manual dexterity to perform the essential functions of the position.

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