Program Director
Air Evac Lifeteam - Poplar Bluff, MO
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More Information about this Job:JOB SUMMARYApply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.The Program Director coordinates activities of personnel at assigned base, reports to the Regional Director of Base Operations and collaborates with the Aviation, Maintenance and Membership Departments. Duties include administrating the financial, marketing, growth and business aspects for the assigned bases.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIESAdministrative DutiesCoordinates the daily base activities of the Flight Nurse and Flight ParamedicsCollaborates with Base Pilot Supervisor for pilot activitiesAssures proper coverage for all medical shiftsAssists the on-duty medical crew with securing replacement staff for sick callsReviews electronic payroll of medical crew for accuracy and submits for approval before the stated deadlineReceives medically related flight problems or issues from medical crews, aviation staff, communications center staff, customers and patients. Resolves medically related problems or issues as they occur with feedback to appropriate persons or refers the issue to the appropriate person for resolutionRecommends and implements changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of medical staff performanceAssures proper use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment and suppliesParticipates in the evaluation of new equipment/supplies and oversees inventory and suppliesOversees the base spending and submits the required reports as defined by policyResponsible for the maintenance and organization of facilitiesRuns monthly staff meetings at assigned base to include preparing an agenda, typing minutes and assuring delivery of minutes to all crew members and safety departmentEnsures crew members follow policy for work related injuries and exposuresSubmits detailed reports to the RDBOCollaborates with the appropriate Educator and Medical Director to resolve any deficienciesCollaborates with the Communications Supervisor and the RDBO on Communications Center issuesReviews monthly CQI reports refers those with deficiencies to appropriate Educator, Medical Director or Director of Clinical Care ServicesSupervises the Flight Nurses and Flight ParamedicsDelegates assignments and holds employees accountable for work completionDevelops individuals medical crew members talents by promoting professional growth, education, involvement, and decision makingAccountable for medical crew licensure, certifications, and clinical requirementsEnsures the required credentials are submitted by the base staff to the corporate office and a copy is kept at the baseCollaborates with Regional Educator to ensure assigned staff has the required OSHA training and TB testing to meet corporate and government complianceEnsures daily narcotic counts are completed; all staff document narcotic use per policy; and reports any discrepancies immediatelyAssists with interviewing candidates for Flight Nurse and Flight Paramedic positions at the assigned baseAssists new employees with completion of the orientation processPrepares annual employee evaluations for assigned medical staffCarries out disciplinary action with input from the RDBO and Human ResourcesResource for the dissemination of new information and problem resolution for the medical staffCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable lawsCollaborates with the Aviation and Maintenance staff of the assigned baseParticipates in the interview process for the selection of pilots or mechanics to be assigned to the baseServes as the back-up to the Base Pilot Supervisor for approval and submission of base pilot payrollCollaborates with the Base Pilot Supervisor and Base Mechanic to ensure the highest level of aircraft reliability and sometimes seeks assistance from the RDBO as neededCollaborates with the Base Pilot Supervisor and Base Mechanic for issues involving aviation or maintenance personnelCollaborates with the Base Pilot Supervisor on the inventory and maintenance of flight helmets assigned to the baseDevelops and implements an aggressive marketing programIdentifies all customers within the assigned areaAssigns customer relations/marketing activities for the base staffEnsures that relationship building activities occur with each customerOrders marketing supplies per company policy and ensures appropriate use of these suppliesProvides approval for all PR activities involving use of the base aircraftAttends local and regional EMS/Hospital/advisory group meetingsQUALIFICATIONSEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentSkillsMust possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deal with staff and present information to management, public groups, and hospital/EMS/911 agenciesPossess efficient project/task completion and exceptional organizational skillsAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsPossess the ability to elicit staff involvement, and positive approach to problem solvingAbility to read, analyze and interpret health and flight-related journals, operational reports, and job specific legal documentsMust have a valid Drivers LicenseComputer literacy requiredPermanent residence within 70 miles of the base locationExperienceTwo years of Supervisor/Leadership experience preferredWORKING CONDITIONS AND MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSRequired to regularly reach with hands and arms; speak and hearRequired to frequently sit for long periods of timeOccasionally required to stand and walk and drive a motor vehicleFrequently lift and/or move 150 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusRequired to work frequently near moving mechanical partsFrequently exposed to blood-borne pathogens or airborne particlesRequired to frequently drive or ride in a motor vehicleGUIDING VALUES AND BEHAVIORSEmployee must consistently exhibit our guiding principles:Patient Care - We continually earn the privilege to care for our patients. It is at the forefront of everything we do.One Team - We respect each other and achieve together what no individual can alone.Innovation - We are driven to develop solutions that inspire progress.Vigilance - We will never waver in our commitment to safety and preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.Ownership - We are accountable for what we do and take pride in how we do it.Citizenship - We are dedicated to being good stewards in the communities we serve.EEO Statement:Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2024-10-16