Job Details

Ems Shift Supervisor

Position Number: 7169542
Location: Providence, RI
Position Type: Medicine - Emergency Medical Services

Ems Shift Supervisor
Brown University

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Job Description:

The EMS Shift Supervisor serves in both a direct patient care and shift management capacity. During assigned shifts, the EMS Shift Supervisor oversees or partners in patient care according to scope of practice, and manages all shift operations including safe and appropriate vehicle operations and safe and appropriate use of all EMS equipment and supplies. The EMS Shift Supervisor also oversees the autonomous BLS operations of designated eligible BLS student EMT crews who respond to patients in the ambulance and is the point of contact for all BEMS professional workflow on appointed shifts.

As adjunct faculty for the EMS Prehospital Education Programs, the EMS Shift Supervisor serves as a mentor and educator for students and EMS staff. Responsibilities include supporting EMT onboarding and training, conducting driver education, and facilitating assigned training activities related to EMT licensure, recertification, and continuing medical education requirements.

This is a per diem position requiring coverage of a minimum of three shifts per month, including at least one weekend shift.

Job Qualifications

Education

Required:

Rhode Island licensed prehospital provider with substantial 911 emergency response experience within the State of Rhode Island.
Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
Current FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and AWR-160 certifications.
EVOC certification or equivalent emergency vehicle operator training.

Preferred:

Advanced Life Support (ALS) level provider preferred.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience

Minimum 3 years EMS experience or the equivalent on a 911 service, preferably in RI
Minimum 1 year supervisory or leadership experience in relevant field
Experience working with volunteer services or commitments preferred

Job Competencies

Proficiency in the delivery of prehospital care with careful adherence to State and National standards and protocols.
Proficiency or comfort with Google Suite applications.
Teaching skills.
Clean driving record and background check.
Professionalism, maturity, and demonstrated leadership skills.
Physical ability to climb stairs, move quickly, carry equipment and patients, and drive emergency vehicles.
Ability to work autonomously while still meeting expectations of carefully outlined SOG.

Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-05-12

Job Posting Title:
EMS Shift Supervisor

Department:
Emergency Medical Services

Grade:
Grade 9

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:
Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type:
Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
6

Position Work Location:
Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.