PARAMEDIC RELIEF-EMS OPERATIONS (FOR HIRING 4)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Operates an emergency medical vehicle in non-emergency and emergency situations including to and from emergency scene, determining most efficient route and maintaining situational awareness in order to prevent accidents

Identifies and manages life threatening emergencies by initiating basic and advanced life support while following protocols and physician orders

Initiates and assists Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians in patient treatment to acutely ill or traumatized patients both on the scene and while in route to the hospital, utilizing both invasive and non-invasive techniques and initial protocol treatment based on patient condition, which may include implementing automated external defibrillator, performing basic airway management, positive pressure ventilation, cardiac resuscitation, cardiac monitoring, intravenous therapy, and pharmacological therapy

Establishes rapport with the patient and others to decrease incident stress by remaining calm and communicating medical conditions with patients, family members, and applicable medical staff

Prepares patient care reports, which involves documenting medical conditions and activities applied to patients and using a personal computer

Records patient care data and information obtaining demographic data from patients, medical conditions and/or illnesses, and current prescription use as well as documents patient reactions to treatment

Monitors and maintains ambulance units for readiness, ensuring required equipment and related medical inventory are available and ready for use and that the vehicle is clean and disinfected

Coordinates efforts with other staff and those of other agencies to maximize the efficiency of patient care by maintaining contact with and communicating with dispatch personnel and/or patient receiving facilities, utilizing applicable communication equipment

Secures and disposes of biohazard waste

Assists in the management of controlled substances

Assess patient response to treatment and, in consultation with medical control, alters treatment accordingly

May exercise independent judgment in the application of specific official medical protocol established by the medical control physicians

Attends continuing education and other programs to maintain clinical knowledge and certification requirements

Promotes positive organizational culture by aligning decisions with core values of integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as needed

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Training and Experience:

Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, and completion of emergency medical coursework at the Paramedic level; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Florida Paramedic Certification

AHA CPR Certification

AHA ACLS Certification

Valid Florida driver's license

Must obtain EVOC certification during orientation process

Must be certified by the Escambia County Medical Director upon employment and must maintain as a condition of employment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs):

Emergency medical practices and procedures

Basic human anatomy and physiology

Human disease and trauma principles

Knowledge of county geography

Incident command systems

Applicable emergency vehicle equipment

Emergency radio operation and communication codes

Advanced life support principles

Medical terminology

Patient care protocols and procedures

Using a computer and related software applications

Operating medical equipment

Writing clear and concise communication

Maintaining patient airways

Ensuring patients obtain adequate oxygen supply

Ensuring patients have adequate heart function

Operating an emergency vehicle in a safe manner

Caring for patients

Patient intubation

Starting IVs

Implementing basic and advanced life support

Assessing patient situations

Communication and interpersonal relations as applied to interaction with coworkers, Supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to Receive work direction

Lift patients onto stretchers

Establish routes for medications and fluids

Maintain inventory

Adapt to new and constantly changing situations and environments

Remain calm in stressful and emotional situations

Use tact and empathy in dealing with a variety of sick, injured, and/or emotionally upset Individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds

Effectively communicate verbally and in writing

Make accurate assessments of injuries or physical trauma

Follow and understand protocols

Maintain certification and training

Maintain a good driving record

Keep patient information confidential

Integrity

Honesty

Respectful

Professionalism

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

This is an emergency critical classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in the classification may be required to work.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:

All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, finger dexterity, and repetitive motions. Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, blood and other bodily fluids, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.

Benefits/Compensation Package:

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• Prescription coverage
• Employee health clinic
• Employee fitness centers
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Group Life Insurance