Van Field Supervisor - North Texas

JOB SUMMARY: This position is similar to the PFS position used in ambulance operations, in that the selected application(s) would fill a full time position on a van while providing leadership and oversight to van operators.

REPORTS TO: Van Operations Supervisor

EQUIPMENT: Shuttle van; wheel chair; wheel chair lift; radios and computerized communications equipment; pager; oxygen bottles and tubings; fire extinguisher ; simple mechanics tools; patient restraints; other medical and related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a general description of the essential duties and requirements common to positions of this type and may be subject to change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Supervision, training, scheduling, and evaluation of employees as needed by instruction of the local Van Supervisor, or Operations Manager.
2. Work on a wheelchair van full time; while providing oversight, leadership and supervisor to the van personnel in the field.
3. Complete accident investigations including intelex forms, and other necessary risk management documents.
4. Provide consoling, coaching and counseling as indicted through the Just Culture process.
5. Coordinate equipment routing, distribution and auditing as needed.
6. Monitor conditions of mainline and spare vans
7. Act as liaison between management and field personnel.
8. Communicate policy changes, posts memos, and distribute information as needed.
9. Assist Operations Manager with public relation efforts. Visit hospitals and other medical facilities to promote positive community/business relations.
10. Participate in goal setting & strategic planning for van operations.
11. Participate in monthly staff meetings, community meetings.
12. Act as a van preceptor for new hires, and assist with orientation as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Strong organizational skills
2. A good driving record
3. Light personal computer skills
4. Previous supervisor experience or demonstrated leadership ability is preferred
5. Graduation from, or participation in, ACES program is helpful

INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.
2. Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small.
3. Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.
4. Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.
5. Ability to work under the pressure of meeting strict deadlines.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Orientation to job requirements.