Lead Medical Care Transportation Technician

This position is assigned to the Department of Veteran Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Veterans Transportation Services (VTS), Ambulance Service, in various VA Medical Center (VAMC) locations with an emergency room, acute care or urgent care clinic, or other similar departments performing basic and advanced life support procedures. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : This OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT is scheduled to remain open until September 30, 2027. However, the announcement may be closed sooner if the position is filled or extended as needed. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on December 1, 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until the position is filled. The Lead Medical Care Transportation Technician performs technical duties as a Paramedic (Basic and Advanced Life Support Services). In addition to performing all the duties and responsibilities of a Paramedic, the incumbent will, as a regular and recurring part of their assignment, lead three or more Paramedics and a cadre of Emergency Medical Technicians. The major duties include but are not limited to: Identifies, distributes, and balances the workload and tasks among the line Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) in accordance with established workflow and/or skill level. Makes day-to-day adjustments to accomplish the workload, in accordance with established priorities or directives from the supervisor, and ensures timely accomplishment of assigned team tasks. Obtains assistance from the supervisor on problems that may arise, such as backlogs which cannot be disposed of promptly. Reviews the work of EMTs and Paramedics work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met. Amends or corrects work performance not meeting established standards. Trains, or arranges for the training, of the EMT and Paramedic team members and uses the methods and techniques of team building to accomplish tasks or projects. Assists in scheduling the Paramedics and EMTs in accordance with VHA guidelines and VAMC directives, providing sufficient coverage required to meet the needs of the Ambulance Service. Initially reviews leave/scheduling changes and forwards to supervisor for concurrence/approval. Resolves simple, informal, complaints and refers significant issues, problems, and personnel needs, to the supervisor. Prepares reports and maintains records of work accomplishments and administrative information as required. Provides oversight and coordination of process improvement initiatives, assures teamwork, and addresses customer service issues in the Ambulance Service. Responds to on-site accidents and other emergencies involving injury and illnesses, sometimes encountering situations which may be life threatening. Determines and prioritizes appropriate medical treatment/procedures and need for additional assistance. Performs patient triage and take/r Incumbent performs physical cardiovascular system, circulatory system, skeletal system, orthopedic system, motor and sensory skills, and level of consciousness. Makes an independent preliminary assessment of the condition and selects from a variety of prescribed protocols the one that is considered appropriate under the given circumstances. Administers basic and advanced life support care at emergency scenes in accordance with established medical standards. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals. Operates or utilizes various emergency vehicles and emergency/medical equipment, tools and supplies. Operates the emergency transport vehicle and uses telephone and radio communications equipment and systems. Adheres to traffic ordinances and regulations pertaining to operation of emergency vehicles. Performs all other related d

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? The South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) is comprised of two inpatient campuses: the Audie L. Murphy Memorial VA Hospital in San Antonio and the Kerrville VA Hospital in Kerrville, Texas. The STVHCS serves one of the largest primary service areas in the nation, with 35 counties, and is part of the VA Heart of Texas Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 17), with offices located in Arlington, Texas. Providing a service to Veterans with a working staff of more than 5900 employees, South Texas provides health care services for 114,000 Veterans. The STVHCS is a facility providing primary, secondary and tertiary health care in medicine, surgery,