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ADAPTED_NOW

Supervises and assists in provision of all Resident services, including the coordination of those provided by independently contracted ancillary health care providers as requested by Residents and families. Sales/MarketingDevelops and implements sales/marketing plans with President of SSL Management Company and Sales Team to accomplish occupancy targets.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for day-to-day operations of the community.  Assures compliance with all laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.  Oversight of property management, Employee Partner administration, and provision of Resident Services.  Promotes the company’s mission and philosophy. REPORTS TO:  REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:<ol style="list-style-type:upper-alpha"><li> Resident Services<ol><li>Assures implementation of policies and procedures relating to Resident care.</li><li>Supervises and assists in provision of all Resident services, including the coordination of those provided by independently contracted ancillary health care providers as requested by Residents and families.</li><li>Conducts assessments, negotiates service plans, develops service schedules, and updates service information as indicates by Resident need.</li><li>Ensures that Residents are appropriately assessed on a timely basis and charged in accordance with that assessment.</li><li>Assists Residents to participate in self-governance activity through Resident council and committee meetings.</li><li>Acts as an advocate for Residents and maintains communication with designated agents as requested and required.</li><li>Assures quality of Resident services.</li><li>Assures a high degree of customer satisfaction at residence.  Promptly investigates complaints and reports findings and appropriate recommendation to the President of SSL Management Company.  Ensures follow-up communication occurs to complainant and that substantiated complaints are resolved to reasonable satisfaction of complainant.</li><li>Ensures compliance with all rules and regulations related to Resident care (i.e., HIPAA, State Regulations and OSHA, etc.).</li><li>Maintains a professional demeanor with all Residents and their loved ones.</li></ol></li><li>Employee Partner Administration<ol><li>Recruits, interviews, hires, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines community Employee Partners.</li><li>Assures the availability of qualified, appropriately trained community Employee Partners.</li><li>Supervises and assists in orientation and training of community Employee Partners.</li><li>Coordinates and assists in administration of wages/benefits for community Employee Partners, assures accuracy of Employee Partner records and approves payment for work performed.</li><li>Assures Employee Partners’ adherence to all policies and procedures, all work, safety, and administrative rules.</li><li>Ensures compliance with all rules and regulations related to Employee Partners (i.e., OSHA, Wage & Hours, FMLA, etc.).</li><li>Promotes the company’s mission and philosophy.</li><li>Maintains a professional demeanor with all Employee Partners.</li></ol></li><li>Sales/Marketing<ol><li>Develops and implements sales/marketing plans with President of SSL Management Company and Sales Team to accomplish occupancy targets.</li><li>Develops and maintains a favorable public image; participates in community organizations for the promotion of the community and SSL.</li><li>Provides external marketing efforts on a weekly basis.</li><li>Meets sales/marketing goals or adjusts sales plans accordingly to accomplish occupancy targets.</li></ol></li><li>Property Management<ol><li>Coordinates community, Resident units, common areas, and adjacent grounds with Maintenance Director.</li></ol></li><li>Financial Responsibility<ol><li>Operates with resources provided, assures income and expenses are controlled using annual budget projections.</li><li>Assures all financial records are properly maintained.</li><li>Participates in the development of an annual budget.</li><li>Assures that Resident invoices are delivered, and the residence’s accounts receivables are collected on a timely, consistent basis.</li></ol></li><li>Administrative Responsibility<ol><li>Administrates, coordinates, and directs all activities in accordance with policies and procedures.</li><li>Assures safety and security of community’s contents and inhabitants (Residents, Employee Partners, and visitors).</li><li>Assures proper use of equipment/supplies.</li><li>Maintains and provides all data as requested, required.</li><li>Will be on call; arranges appropriate coverage when absent from community or unavailable to respond to emergencies.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned or required.</li><li>Assures that adverse findings by company Quality reviews or state surveyors are promptly corrected and remain in compliance.</li></ol></li></ol> EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:<ol><li>Effective supervisory skills.</li><li>Ability to communicate and work with all levels of the company’s Employee Partners effectively.</li><li>Ability to recognize and communicate problems appropriately.</li><li>Ability to relate to the public, Residents, families, Employee Partners, and other professionals appropriately.</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and provide information as requested and required.</li><li>Ability to communicate proficiently in English, verbally and in writing.</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours to meet requirements of the job and be on call.</li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, 30 pounds regularly.</li><li>Maintains car in good working order, current driver’s license in good standing and auto insurance meeting company minimums is current.</li><li>CPR certified.</li><li>Ability to teach/train others effectively.</li></ol> TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Experience in managing a program or community for older adults preferred.  One year of supervisory experience required.  Knowledge of an interest in working with older adults required.  Holds a current CPR Certificate or can obtain a CPR Certificate within 90 days of being hired. EDUCATION: High school diploma required.  College credits or degree preferred or sufficient education to satisfy state experience requirement.  Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.  Attendance at mandatory in-service training.  Meet continuing education requirements on job classification and position.

Trustwell Living at Russ Place

Executive Director - Assisted Living

OnShift

FEED

The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) / Senior Clinical Staff Member is responsible for overseeing the clinical and operational functions of the pharmacy department at Reliant Healthcare. Medication Management and DistributionOversee the distribution of oral, intravenous (IV), and intramuscular (IM) medications, including associated medical supplies and equipment such as IV pumps.

Job Type Full-time Description The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) / Senior Clinical Staff Member is responsible for overseeing the clinical and operational functions of the pharmacy department at Reliant Healthcare. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintains high-quality patient care, and supports the organization's clinical and business objectives. Leadership and Operations <ul><li>Assume responsibility for day-to-day operational and management activities in the absence of the President and Vice President of Operations.</li><li>Oversee and maintain accountability for all pharmacy department operations and workflow.</li><li>Manage pharmacy support staff and coordinate daily activities, including weekend and evening on-call schedules. Supervise pharmacy students and ensure proper training and oversight.</li></ul>Clinical Oversight<ul><li>Provide leadership and guidance for all clinical operations within the pharmacy program.</li><li>Serve as Director of the Clinical Committee, composed of all licensed pharmacists within the organization.</li><li>Oversee clinical decision-making processes and ensure high standards of patient care.</li><li>Perform or supervise clinical monitoring of patients, including laboratory values, therapies, and disease states.</li><li>Conduct pharmacokinetic evaluations, dosing adjustments, medication assessments, and drug therapy monitoring.</li></ul>Program Development and Quality Assurance<ul><li>Develop and implement Reliant Healthcare's vision for a regional specialty pharmacy program across relevant disease states.</li><li>Ensure patient outreach protocols align with current clinical guidelines and standards of care.</li><li>Review medication therapy goals annually with the clinical team to ensure appropriate patient monitoring.</li><li>Assign relevant clinical literature annually to staff to enhance the quality of care and professional development.</li></ul>Education and Competency<ul><li>Establish internal continuing education requirements beyond state mandates, including ACPE-accredited programs aligned with disease states managed by Reliant Healthcare.</li><li>Ensure pharmacists are competent in evaluating patient needs and performing Drug Utilization Reviews (DUR).</li><li>Coordinate ongoing education to ensure compliance with manufacturer-specific medication requirements and restrictions.</li><li>Ensure staff remain current on evolving disease state guidelines and integrate updates into patient care programs.</li></ul>Regulatory Compliance<ul><li>Ensure full compliance with FDA guidance, manufacturer requirements, and all applicable federal and state regulations.</li><li>Oversee adherence to HIPAA, state board of pharmacy requirements, and accreditation standards (URAC, ACHC, JCAHO).</li><li>Maintain all required documentation, logs, policies, and procedures.</li><li>Monitor for unethical practices and collaborate with the Governing Body to address and remediate issues.</li></ul>Medication Management and Distribution<ul><li>Oversee the distribution of oral, intravenous (IV), and intramuscular (IM) medications, including associated medical supplies and equipment such as IV pumps.</li><li>Ensure proper maintenance of clean room environments and sterile compounding areas (if applicable).</li></ul>Collaboration and Care Coordination<ul><li>Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.</li><li>Consult with external providers to enhance care quality and business performance.</li></ul>Safety and Risk Management<ul><li>Ensure adherence to the latest patient safety standards and medication error prevention practices.</li><li>Subscribe to and review industry safety publications and updates.</li><li>Communicate safety updates to clinical staff through quarterly meetings and additional communications as needed.</li><li>Review external literature quarterly to incorporate safety and error prevention strategies into pharmacy practice.</li></ul>Business and Industry Knowledge<ul><li>Maintain a working knowledge of pharmacy and infusion business processes.</li><li>Demonstrate understanding of third-party payer systems, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations and coverage requirements</li></ul>Accountability<ul><li>Ensure the organization maintains qualified clinical staff accountable for decisions impacting patient care.</li><li>Uphold Reliant Healthcare's commitment to quality, compliance, and patient-centered services.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or equivalent required.</li><li>Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state where the pharmacy operates and in all states of licensure.</li><li>Minimum of five (5) years of post-graduate experience in retail, infusion, hospital, and/or specialty pharmacy settings.</li><li>Management experience preferred but not required.</li></ul>

Pinnacle Family Health

Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)

Accreditation Standards

Business Processes

Cleanroom

Clinical Monitoring

Clinical Practices/Protocols

Consulting

Disease

Distribution Management

Drug Manufacturing

Drug Therapy

FDA (Food and Drug Administration)

Federal Laws and Regulations

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)

Healthcare

Healthcare Management

Hospital

Industry/Trade Press

Leadership

Maintain Compliance

Managed Care

Medicaid

Medical Equipment

Medical Products

Medicare

Medications

Needs Assessment

Nursing

On Call

Operational Strategy

Operations Management

Patient Assessment

Patient Care

Patient Safety

People Management

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacovigilance

Pharmacy

Pumps

Quality Assurance

Quality Management

Quality of Care

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Retail

Risk Management

Safety Standards

Social Work

Standards of Care

State Laws and Regulations

The Joint Commission (TJC)

Third-Party Payer

Training/Teaching

Utilization Management

Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC)

IRecruitee

Lifting of patient from beds or emergency scenes onto stretcher and into ambulance; carrying of patients and equipment; climbing stairs or steps; working in unusual geographic settings such as ditches, hills, embankments, high elevations – natural or manmade; working with small, delicate items such as IV catheters and setups, medications, endotracheal tubes, monitor switches, etc. visually assessing the safety and condition of the emergency scene and the patient; verbally communicating with patients, co-workers, medical personnel and the public either directly or indirectly via electronic communication equipment; driving the ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations both short and long distances.

JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice.EQUIPMENT:  Ambulance; stretcher; folding stretcher; scoop stretcher; long spine boards and KED; spinal immobilization equipment; radios and computerized communications equipment; splinting devices; suction devices; bandaging materials; oxygen bottles and tubings; basic and advanced airway management devices; glucometer; intravenous fluid therapy equipment; cardiac monitor / defibrillator; pulse oximeter; fire extinguisher; simple extrication devices; simple mechanics tools; blood pressure cuff and stethoscope; patient restraints; simple traction devices; other medical and related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position.<ul><li>Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.</li><li>Administers prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport.</li><li>Provides careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance.</li><li>Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility.</li><li>Provides a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination.</li><li>Documents all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports.  Obtains and records non-medical patient information as required.  Completes other patient documentation and forms as required.</li><li>Conducts regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the paramedic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order.</li><li>Upon completion of transport, responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service.</li><li>Responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s equipment and its proper use at all times.</li><li>Documents and reports all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required.</li><li>In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary.</li><li>In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders.</li><li>In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operates / drives the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised.</li><li>Follows all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment.</li><li>Attends all mandatory meetings as scheduled.   </li><li>Completes assigned station and station grounds duties.</li><li>Orders supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed.</li><li>Completes assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required.</li><li>Completes all required company reports and logs and when necessary provides other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information.</li><li>As an approved Field Training Officer, you are responsible for training new employees as directed.</li><li>As an approved Field Training officer, you are responsible for precepting EMT-Basic, Intermediate and Paramedic students as directed.</li><li>Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic and Intermediate job descriptions.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, responsibilities, requirements and conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Physical activities and the amount of time spent performing each while on this job:<table style="width:623px"><tbody><tr><td colspan="5" style="width:623px">                                                           AMOUNT OF TIME</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px"> </td><td style="width:74px">None</td><td style="width:90px">Up to 1/3</td><td style="width:90px">1/3 to 2/3</td><td style="width:99px">Over 2/3</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Stand</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Walk</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Sit</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Talk or hear</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:99px">x</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Use hands to finger, handle or feel</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:99px">x</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Climb or balance</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Reach with hands and arms</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Taste or smell</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:99px"> </td></tr></tbody></table> Weight lifting requirements and the amount of time spent lifting on this job:<table style="width:623px"><tbody><tr><td colspan="5" style="width:623px">                                                           AMOUNT OF TIME</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px"> </td><td style="width:65px">None</td><td style="width:90px">Up to 1/3</td><td style="width:90px">1/3 to 2/3</td><td style="width:108px">Over 2/3</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 10 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 25 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 50 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 100 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">More than 100 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr></tbody></table> Vision requirements:<table style="width:623px"><tbody><tr><td style="width:54px">X</td><td style="width:569px">Color Vision (Able to identify and distinguish colors.) </td></tr><tr><td style="width:54px">X</td><td style="width:569px">Distance Vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more.) </td></tr><tr><td style="width:54px">X</td><td style="width:569px">Close Vision (Clear vision at 20 inches or less.) </td></tr><tr><td style="width:54px"> X</td><td style="width:569px">Peripheral Vision (Able to observe areas that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point).</td></tr><tr><td style="width:54px">X</td><td style="width:569px">Depth Perception (Able to judge distances and spatial relationships.)</td></tr><tr><td style="width:54px">X</td><td style="width:569px">Focusing (Able to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.)</td></tr></tbody></table> Specific job duties which require the physical demands noted above:Lifting of patient from beds or emergency scenes onto stretcher and into ambulance; carrying of patients and equipment; climbing stairs or steps; working in unusual geographic settings such as ditches, hills, embankments, high elevations – natural or manmade; working with small, delicate items such as IV catheters and setups, medications, endotracheal tubes, monitor switches, etc.; visually assessing the safety and condition of the emergency scene and the patient; verbally communicating with patients, co-workers, medical personnel and the public either directly or indirectly via electronic communication equipment; driving the ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations both short and long distances.   WORK ENVIRONMENT:Specific situations that lead to environment conditions can include:  hazardous materials calls, electrical emergencies, vehicular accidents, outdoor emergency settings, hurricanes, tornadoes, industrial accidents, conditions affecting driving, settings where heavy equipment such as extrication tools are in use, etc. Exposure to environmental conditions and the amount of time exposed to each on this job:<table style="width:623px"><tbody><tr><td colspan="5" style="width:623px">                                                           AMOUNT OF TIME</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px"> </td><td style="width:65px">None</td><td style="width:90px">Up to 1/3</td><td style="width:90px">1/3 to 2/3</td><td style="width:108px">Over 2/3</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Wet, humid conditions (non-weather)</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Work near moving mechanical parts</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Work in high, precarious places</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Fumes or air borne particles</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Toxic or caustic chemicals</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Outdoor weather conditions</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px">X</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Extreme cold (non-weather)</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Extreme heat (non-weather)</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Risk of electrical shock</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Work with explosives</td><td style="width:65px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Risk of radiation</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Vibration</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:108px"> </td></tr></tbody></table>  Noise level associated with this job:Moderate Noise (Examples:  business office with typewriters and/or computer printers, light traffic).Loud Noise (Examples:  metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment).Very Loud Noise (Examples:  jack hammer work, front row at rock concert). QUALIFICATIONS: <ol><li>High School Diploma or GED.</li><li>National and/or State certification as a Paramedic determined by appropriate state requirements.</li><li>Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association.</li><li>Current ACLS certification as established by the American Heart Association.</li><li>Current and valid state-issued driver’s license determined by appropriate state requirements (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D” driver’s license).</li><li>Must be able to read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers.  Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports.  Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers.</li><li>Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.</li><li>Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.</li><li>Additional certifications such as, NALS, PALS, PHTLS, PEEP, and Instructor certifications are preferred but not required.</li></ol> INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:<ol><li>Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.</li><li>Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small.</li><li>Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.</li><li>Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.</li><li>Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public.</li></ol> TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Orientation to job requirements.</li></ul> <table style="width:623px"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" style="width:623px">Acadian Companies</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" style="width:623px">JOB DESCRIPTION</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Job Title:</td><td style="width:365px">Paramedic</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Alternate Job Title(s):</td><td style="width:365px">Paramedic</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Division/Department:</td><td style="width:365px">Acadian Ambulance Service</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Status:</td><td style="width:365px">Hourly—Non-Exempt</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Performance Appraisal Type:</td><td style="width:365px">Medic</td></tr></tbody></table> REPORTS TO:  Operations Supervisor Operations Manager Vice President of Operations <div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. </div><div> </div>

Acadian Ambulance Service

Paramedic

visually assessing the safety and condition of the emergency scene and the patient; verbally communicating with patients, co-workers, medical personnel and the public either directly or indirectly via electronic communication equipment; driving the ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations both short and long distances. Specific situations that lead to environment conditions can include: hazardous materials calls, electrical emergencies, vehicular accidents, outdoor emergency settings, hurricanes, tornadoes, industrial accidents, conditions affecting driving, settings where heavy equipment such as extrication tools are in use, etc.

JOB SUMMARY:  Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice.   EQUIPMENT: Ambulance; stretcher; folding stretcher; scoop stretcher; long and short spine boards and KED; spinal immobilization equipment; radios and computerized communications equipment; splinting devices; suction devices; bandaging materials; oxygen bottles and tubings; basic airway management devices; intravenous fluid therapy equipment; fire extinguisher; simple extrication devices; simple mechanics tools; blood pressure cuff and stethoscope; patient restraints; simple traction devices; other medical and related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position.<ul><li>Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.</li><li>Administers prompt and efficient basic life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport.</li><li>Provides careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance.</li><li>Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility.</li><li>Provides a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination.</li><li>Documents all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports.  Obtains and records non-medical patient information as required.  Completes other patient documentation and forms as required.</li><li>Conducts regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the EMT-Basic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order.</li><li>Upon completion of transport, responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service.</li><li>Responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s basic life support equipment and its proper use at all times.</li><li>Documents and reports all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required.</li><li>In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary.</li><li>In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders.</li><li>In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operates / drives the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised.</li><li>Follows all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment.</li><li>Attends all mandatory meetings as scheduled.</li><li>Completes assigned station and station grounds duties.</li><li>Orders supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed.</li><li>Completes assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required.</li><li>Completes all required company reports and logs and when necessary provides other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information.</li><li>Approved Field Training Officer are responsible for precepting EMT-Basic students as well as new employees as directed.</li><li>Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic job descriptions.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, responsibilities, requirements and conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Physical activities and the amount of time spent performing each while on this job:<table><tbody><tr><td colspan="5" style="width:623px">                                                           AMOUNT OF TIME</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px"> </td><td style="width:74px">None</td><td style="width:90px">Up to 1/3</td><td style="width:90px">1/3 to 2/3</td><td style="width:98px">Over 2/3</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Stand</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Walk</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Sit</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Talk or hear</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:98px">x</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Use hands to finger, handle or feel</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:98px">x</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Climb or balance</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Reach with hands and arms</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Taste or smell</td><td style="width:74px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:98px"> </td></tr></tbody></table> Weight lifting requirements and the amount of time spent lifting on this job:<table><tbody><tr><td colspan="5" style="width:623px">                                                           AMOUNT OF TIME</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px"> </td><td style="width:65px">None</td><td style="width:90px">Up to 1/3</td><td style="width:90px">1/3 to 2/3</td><td style="width:107px">Over 2/3</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 10 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 25 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 50 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Up to 100 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">More than 100 pounds</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px">x</td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr></tbody></table> Vision requirements:<table><tbody><tr><td style="width:55px">X</td><td style="width:583px">Color Vision (Able to identify and distinguish colors.) </td></tr><tr><td style="width:55px">X</td><td style="width:583px">Distance Vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more.) </td></tr><tr><td style="width:55px">X</td><td style="width:583px">Close Vision (Clear vision at 20 inches or less.) </td></tr><tr><td style="width:55px"> X</td><td style="width:583px">Peripheral Vision (Able to observe areas that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point).</td></tr><tr><td style="width:55px">X</td><td style="width:583px">Depth Perception (Able to judge distances and spatial relationships.)</td></tr><tr><td style="width:55px">X</td><td style="width:583px">Focusing (Able to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.)</td></tr></tbody></table> Specific job duties which require the physical demands noted above:Lifting of patient from beds or emergency scenes onto stretcher and into ambulance; carrying of patients and equipment; climbing stairs or steps; working in unusual geographic settings such as ditches, hills, embankments, high elevations – natural or manmade; working with small, delicate items such as oxygen tubings, bandaging materials, IV setups when assisting advanced partners, medications, etc.; visually assessing the safety and condition of the emergency scene and the patient; verbally communicating with patients, co-workers, medical personnel and the public either directly or indirectly via electronic communication equipment; driving the ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations both short and long distances. WORK ENVIRONMENT:Specific situations that lead to environment conditions can include:  hazardous materials calls, electrical emergencies, vehicular accidents, outdoor emergency settings, hurricanes, tornadoes, industrial accidents, conditions affecting driving, settings where heavy equipment such as extrication tools are in use, etc. Exposure to environmental conditions and the amount of time exposed to each on this job:<table><thead><tr><td colspan="5" style="width:623px">                                                           AMOUNT OF TIME</td></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width:270px"> </td><td style="width:65px">None</td><td style="width:90px">Up to 1/3</td><td style="width:90px">1/3 to 2/3</td><td style="width:107px">Over 2/3</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Wet, humid conditions (non-weather)</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Work near moving mechanical parts</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Work in high, precarious places</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Fumes or air borne particles</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Toxic or caustic chemicals</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Outdoor weather conditions</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px">X</td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Extreme cold (non-weather)</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Extreme heat (non-weather)</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Risk of electrical shock</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Work with explosives</td><td style="width:65px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Risk of radiation</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr><tr><td style="width:270px">Vibration</td><td style="width:65px"> </td><td style="width:90px">X</td><td style="width:90px"> </td><td style="width:107px"> </td></tr></tbody></table> Noise level associated with this job:Moderate Noise (Examples:  business office with typewriters and/or computer printers, light traffic).Loud Noise (Examples:  metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment).Very Loud Noise (Examples:  jack hammer work, front row at rock concert). QUALIFICATIONS: <ul><li>High School Diploma or GED.</li><li>National and/or State certification as an Emergency Medical Technician determined by appropriate state requirements.</li><li>Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association.</li><li>Current and valid state-issued driver’s license determined by appropriate state requirements (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D” driver’s license).</li><li>Must be able to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers.  Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports.  Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers.</li><li>Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.</li><li>Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.</li></ul> INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.</li><li>Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small.</li><li>Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.</li><li>Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.</li><li>Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public.</li></ul> TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Orientation to job requirements.</li></ul> <table><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" style="width:624px"> Acadian Companies</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" style="width:624px">JOB DESCRIPTION</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">  Job Title:</td><td style="width:366px">  Emergency Medical Technician </td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Alternate Job Title(s):</td><td style="width:366px">EMT</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Division/Department:</td><td style="width:366px">Acadian Ambulance Service</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Status:</td><td style="width:366px">Hourly—Non-Exempt</td></tr><tr><td style="width:258px">Performance Appraisal Type:</td><td style="width:366px">Medic</td></tr></tbody></table>REPORTS TO:  EMT-Intermediate EMT-Paramedic Operations Supervisor Operations Manager Vice President of Operations <div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. </div><div> </div>

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