EMS Safety, Health & Training Officer
JOB CODE: 1957
PAY GRADE: 1161
SALARY RANGE: $49,146 - $81,002
LOCATION OF WORK
Emergency Medical Services
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the EMS Administrator, performs responsible professional and administrative work planning, developing, and implementing a comprehensive safety and infectious disease program for the department, performing emergency medical services for the citizens of East Baton Rouge Parish. Work involves managing a safety program designed to eliminate potential hazards or dangerous conditions affecting employees, the public, and property. This classification is responsible for the effective direction, management, and operation of the infection prevention and control program for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department. This includes employee education and consultation with the medical director, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Louisiana Department of Health. Performs other work as requested.
ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS
Assists in planning and developing the safety program and recommends applicable directives and regulations concerning accident prevention.
Assesses on-site vehicle accidents that involve EMS units to evaluate safety issues.
Plans, develops, and implements vaccination programs at EMS; administers influenza, tetanus, hepatitis, and Coronavirus Disease (COVID) vaccinations to employees and citizens as needed.
Identifies and reduces exposure through educational safety programs focused on areas with the highest exposure level; presents safety training programs to employees and their supervisors.
Monitors infectious disease/infectious control programs for the department.
Performs periodic inspections of facilities, equipment, and job sites to identify and prevent safety hazards; performs field audits of employees engaged in equipment operation to ensure safety and procedural compliance.
Implements work stoppages for safety and environmental violations; submits reports of findings with recommendations for corrective action to the department leader or other administrative officials.
Processes worker compensation claims for employees.
Assists in investigating unsafe working conditions and practices generated by possible illegal use or abuse of drugs and/or alcohol by employees; schedules drug and/or alcohol testing if deemed necessary.
Analyzes work practices and assignments to determine conformance to established safety codes, practices, and principles.
Supervises and participates in investigations of incidents involving property, equipment, or personnel to determine the causes and possible corrective actions.
Assists employees with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) referrals; works with administrative officials and supervisors in determining employee impairment and orders fitness for duty, clearance for duty, and other special medical examinations needed to determine an employee's medical or other functional restrictions in the work environment.
Assists employees and supervisors in matters dealing with the employee's health and in maintaining a healthy work environment.
Coordinates and instructs training for all EMS employees who drive emergency vehicle.
Develops and monitors health and safety plans to ensure compliance with the department's accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).
Possess the capability to function as an EMT-Paramedic as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of principles and practices utilized in administering comprehensive safety, loss prevention, and occupational health programs.
Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to local government agencies in the area of safety.
Knowledge of the CAAS standards.
Knowledge of investigative procedures and methods.
Knowledge of the various types of medical equipment and medical vehicles.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, to groups, and to individuals.
Ability to perform moderately complex mathematical calculations, especially in the area of statistical analysis.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, superiors, and the public.
Ability to apply good work habits such as punctuality, reliability, preciseness, and dependability in order to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the department and division.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent certificate of competency, and two years of experience in the medical field.
SUBSTITUTIONS
Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS
(Unless otherwise specified below, must possess at the time of appointment and must be maintained current throughout employment in this classification.) Registration as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, and certification by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Office of Public Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Must have a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment in this classification.
OTHER JOB ASPECTS
None.
NOTE:
The work examples described in this specification are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the job.