EMS Coordinator - Part Time (Benefit Eligible)

Under the direction of the Executive Director Emergency Services and the Director Paramedic & Emergency Management, the Coordinator EMS is responsible for the coordination and implementation of EMS education and programs including maintenance of EMS website. The Coordinator supports hospital programs including chest pain and stroke that affect and connect the community and EMS with Akron General Medical Center in order to support AGMC's service lines of emergency services, heart & vascular, and wellness. Works to improve coordination of EMS services and provide continuing education for pre-hospital providers and other health care professionals. The Coordinator is responsible for promoting AGMC as a tertiary referral center by establishing and maintaining relationships with referring agencies, EMS agencies, and community members throughout the region. The Coordinator works closely with the Medical Directors of each of the EMS services.

Qualifications:

Current certification as an emergency medical technician or paramedic in the State of Ohio. Three years clinical experience in trauma care to include emergency, critical care, or transport. Excellent written and verbal/non-verbal communications skills required, as well as experience in public speaking or teaching required. Ohio EMS Special topics Instructor within 6 months of hire date. Paramedic Instructor preferred. Current certification as an ACLS PHTLS/ITLS and TNCC Instructor preferred. Working knowledge of computers, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and web management. Knowledge of State EMS grant application processes to assist AGMC EMS services in obtaining grant funding for education and equipment. Ability to be self-directed. Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.