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EMS Chief

Rock Hill, SC 29732

Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Healthcare Job Number: 8997 Pay Rate: 40.00

Job Description


EMS District Chief – Full Time (Days)

Location: Rock Hill, SC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $40–$51/hour
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000
Relocation Assistance: Available (based on location and individual circumstances)
Schedule: Day Shift
Openings: 1
Direct Reports: 3–4


Position Summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced EMS District Chief to provide operational leadership and oversight for emergency medical services. This role is responsible for supervising field operations, coordinating emergency response efforts, managing EMS personnel, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. The EMS District Chief plays a key role in operational performance, staff development, and compliance with regulatory and safety standards.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight to EMS field personnel and daily operations

  • Direct and coordinate emergency medical response activities

  • Ensure compliance with established EMS policies, procedures, and regulations

  • Supervise staffing, scheduling, timekeeping, and performance evaluations

  • Administer basic and advanced life support as required

  • Respond to major incidents and coordinate interagency emergency response

  • Maintain electronic patient care reports (ePCR) and operational documentation

  • Monitor staffing levels, equipment readiness, and resource allocation

  • Support quality assurance, performance improvement, and risk management initiatives

  • Participate in conflict resolution, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed

  • Assist with emergency preparedness, disaster response, and operational planning

  • Support administrative and special projects as assigned


Education and Experience Requirements

Minimum Education

  • High School Diploma or GED (required)

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (required)

Experience

  • Minimum of five (5) years of full-time EMS experience

  • Minimum of two (2) years in a senior or supervisory EMS role preferred

  • Experience in high-volume EMS or emergency response environments required


Required Certifications and Licenses

  • South Carolina Paramedic Certification (active and in good standing)

  • Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) – must be obtained within one year of hire

  • Valid South Carolina or North Carolina Driver’s License

  • BCLS – required within seven (7) days of hire

  • ACLS – ability to obtain instructor status

  • PALS – ability to obtain instructor status


Preferred Certifications

  • Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C)

  • Community Paramedic Certification (CP-C)

  • AMLS, PHTLS, EPC, or PEPP

  • Hazardous Materials and Radiological Training

  • NIMS/ICS Certifications (100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800)

  • EMS Leadership or Management Training


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to manage emergency operations and high-pressure situations

  • Knowledge of EMS operations, policies, and regulatory standards

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

  • Ability to lead teams and coordinate multi-agency response efforts

  • Proficiency in electronic documentation and scheduling systems


Physical and Work Environment Requirements

  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks

  • Ability to respond to emergency scenes

  • Ability to stand, lift, bend, and kneel as required

  • Ability to work in high-stress environments


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Wheeler Staffing Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with applicable laws.

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