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o Performs other related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: o Knowledge of basic and advanced emergency medical and life-sustaining techniques, including cardiac care, trauma and shock care, and ventilation and other CPR techniques. o Knowledge of medical terminology, medical billing, anatomy, physiology, and disease process, o Knowledge of infection control and OSHA guidelines. o Knowledge of the county road system and geography, o Knowledge of radio and 911 communications. o Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws and county ordinances, o Knowledge of county and department policies and procedures, including personnel and purchasing practices. o Knowledge of government accounting and budgeting practices. o Skill in collecting and analyzing data. o Skill in supervision, o Skill in the administration of emergency medical techniques and in the use of specialized equipment associated with advanced life support. o Skill in extrication techniques. o Skill in patient assessment. o Skill in oral and written communication. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Deputy Emergency Management Director/ EMS assigns work in terms of very general instructions requiring the use of much judgment. Completed work is spot-checked for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. GUIDELINES: Guidelines include county ordinances, federal, state, and local laws and policies pertaining to emergency medical treatment, as well as established procedures and medical protocols. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. COMPLEXITY: The work consists of administrative and supervisory duties. The need to determine appropriate medical procedures for a wide variety of situations and the emotional stress of dealing with emergency and life-threatening situations contribute to the difficulty of the work.