AFRD EMS Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement Officer

CITY OF ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta, Georgia United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 31, 2024
  • Salary: $48,995.50 to $81,661.42 annually USD Annually
  • Salary Top:48995.5081661
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Job Description

    Position posted until filled

    Salary Range: $48,995.50 to $81,661.42 annually

    General Description and Classification Standards

    This individual will work under the direction of the EMS Chief and Medical Director and is essential to the Department’s EMS quality assurance and improvement initiatives. The Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement (QA/QI) Officer will work closely with the EMS Chief and Medical Director to maintain a robust quality assurance and improvement program for all EMS activities in the Department.

    This individual will be expected to operate with a reasonable degree if independence demonstrate good judgment and work ethic in the performance of their duties. The QA/QI Officer will also work with field personnel to improve the delivery of Emergency Services by improving the accuracy and efficiency of the department’s interrelated systems, processes and procedures, as well as monitoring metrics which represent the quality of care delivered and the reporting mechanisms for the delivery of care.

    This position requires the ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating cases, determining necessary educational initiatives and communicating with crews as well as a working knowledge of existing laws, regulation of policies/protocols.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education and Experience
    • Requires high school diploma or equivalent
    • At least 5 years’ experience as a full-time, practicing pre-hospital paramedic within the last 7 years.

    Preferred Education & Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

    Licensures and Certifications
    • Requires a valid State of Georgia Driver's License and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
    • Requires valid Georgia paramedic license. Current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) paramedic certification preferred.
    • State of Georgia certification as an EMS Instructor Coordinator

    Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

    Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

    It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

    The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Atlanta
    • City of Atlanta

    At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life. If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.

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