Emergency Medical Services Data and Certification Coordinator - 61056288

Job Responsibilities

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Plans and administers the implementation of the statewide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma system improvement program. Is responsible for working with and developing the state Regional Time Sensitive Emergency Advisory Councils. Works to coordinate efforts with the designated centers/agencies and the data/performance improvement workgroups to include other sections and state agencies. Also works with EMS for Children Coordinator for specific program needs. Will also assist with facility designation and compliance visits. Will serve as the assistant to the Training and Data Management Coordinator and support additional data functions as needed.

Develops, implements, and monitors plans and protocols for statewide system improvement to include EMS, Trauma, Stroke, ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), and Sepsis. Prepare Guidelines and recommendations to identify registry audit filters and implement system improvement. Work with Training & Data Management Coordinator to ensure maintenance of all systems as well as reports and all applicable forms. Develop a strategy to include EMS, non-designated facilities, designated facilities, and rehabilitation centers in the statewide Process Improvement (PI) process. Assist in site visits and compliance. Will also review corrective action plans as related to these functions as they pertain to data and systems. Assist in the supervision and management of the certifications process and staff to ensure timely processing of all EMS certifications. Research resources, assess needs, and communicate feedback to the Training & Data Management Coordinator and associated groups. Actively participate in all required meetings and subcommittee meetings. Respond and staff the Emergency Operations Center.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Must have knowledge and abilities related to stroke. At least two (2) years supervisory experience.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support or Trauma Certified Registered Nurse, Advanced Stroke Life Support, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support or equivalent.

Additional Comments

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.