Greenville City Fire Department: ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF (MEDICAL)

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Contact: Tristan Johnson
Phone: (864) 298-9401
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Under limited direction and in compliance with technical, administrative, regulatory, or professional standards and guidelines, directs the development and implementation of the departmental medical training and manages the medical program. Coordinates, implements, and manages the department’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program and personnel.

Evaluates EMS training activities for effectiveness, with an emphasis on its impact on the department’s service delivery. Performs quality assurance, gathers and analyzes data, monitors and measures adherence to standards, and resolves non-compliance issues and findings. Instructs all divisions of the Fire Department in the processes of EMS. Oversees the development, coordination, and implementation of the Opioid Response Team program.

Works with other City departments to plan and manage special events. Manages all department medical grants, assists with grant writing and implementation, budget development, procurement, and monitoring training on new equipment. Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s strategic goals and tactical objectives. Conducts and implements special projects as assigned by the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief.

Serves as a liaison between the department, Greenville County EMS, Medical Control Director, hospitals, and other outside agencies with respect to EMS issues. Serves on special committees and task groups as assigned by Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief. Provides on-call support to major incidents.