State Medical Director - Office of EMS and Trauma

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Job Title:  

State Medical Director, Office of EMS and Trauma

Agency:

Department of Public Health

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007896

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$130.00/HOURLY

Job Description:

Pay Grade: R

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.  
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

This position serves as the State EMS Medical Director for Georgia within the Office of EMS and Trauma, providing specialized medical oversight in the development and administration of the EMS system and will act as a liaison with local EMS agencies, hospitals, state and national professional organizations, and state and federal partners.

As the state EMS Medical Director, you will provide essential physician leadership for key aspects of the state EMS system including system oversight, coordination of guideline development, planning for EMS care in austere environments and during disasters and mass casualty incidents, identification and implementation of best practices, system quality improvement, patient safety, education, and research.

Furthermore, the state EMS Medical Director is vital to the EMS system at the state level by promoting integration of direct and indirect physician oversight for the comprehensive prehospital emergency health care delivery system and advocates for efficient and effective emergency medical services.

Note: Position may require occasional travel, including overnight travel. This is a Part-Time position with a max of 5 hours per week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the State EMS Director, and various programs and staff within the Department and OEMST in the development, maintenance, review and revision of system development for systems of care, including but not limited to trauma, stroke, cardiac care, EMSC, and mobile integrated healthcare.
• Collaborate with the State EMS Director, and various programs and staff within the Department and OEMST in the development, maintenance, review and revision of operational and clinical guidelines affecting patient care.
• Collaborate with the State EMS Director, Emergency Medical Services Medical Directors Advisory Council (EMSMDAC) and various programs and staff within the Department and OEMST in the development, maintenance, review and revision of the Georgia EMS Scope of Practice for personnel.
• Collaborate with the State EMS Director, and various programs and staff within the Department and OEMST during investigations and other compliance issues related to the provision of clinical care by licensees of the Department.
• Assist with site visits and any other activities related to the designation and/or re-designation of specialty care centers, as assigned by the State EMS Director or designee.
• Represent the Department on the NASEMSO Medical Director’s Council and attend all Medical Director’s Council meetings, as mutually agreed upon by the Medical Director and the State EMS Director.
• Represent the Department at various EMS and system of care meetings, as determined by the Department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) and licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experiencein the evaluation and management of acutely ill and injured patients in the out-of-hospital environment.
• Experience as a Medical Director for a licensed Georgia EMS agency that is a designated Emergency Response Zone provider.
• Effective written and oral communicator.
• Good analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of EMS protocol and policy development.
• Knowledge of the Department of Public Health Rules and Regulations for Emergency Medical Services 511-9-2.
• Knowledge in preparedness planning and/or disaster coordination.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice.
• Knowledge of out-of-hospital care research.
• Knowledge of the GA EMS Scope of Practice.

Additional Information:

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email [email protected]. 

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
 In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.

Minimum Qualifications:

Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) and licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.