Allegiance Mobile Health of San Antonio, TX and Bexar Co 911 is looking to hire Tactical Paramedics. The Tactical Paramedic position with Allegiance Mobile Health demands exceptional physical and mental resilience. Joining this elite team is not a decision to be taken lightly. As a tactical paramedic, you will face challenges far beyond the scope of conventional pre-hospital care. The Allegiance Special Operations Medical Support Team exists to provide local, state, and federal law enforcement with highly trained paramedics who are equipped to operate effectively in high-risk environments. These scenarios include, but are not limited to, active shooter incidents, high-risk warrant executions, hostage situations, or any operation deemed too dangerous for standard EMS personnel.Please note that previous tactical team experience DOES NOT guarantee a position on the teamQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL SUPPORT TEAM (TACTICAL PARAMEDIC)ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Paramedic certification from DSHS for a minimum of 3 yearsPrior military/law enforcement may be considered for paramedic experienceFully credentialed at the tactical paramedic level for 1 year by Allegiance Mobile Health's Central Region Medical DirectorAble to pass all required physical fitness requirementsNo team member will be exempt from physical fitness requirements or physical training participationAbility to work as a team member in incredibly stressful environments that include but are not limited to extended callouts, possible encounters with armed subjects, inclement weather, and mental and physical training scenariosNo significant history of disciplinary or attendance issues with Allegiance Mobile HealthAbility to pass the onboarding requirements performed by the law enforcement agencyIn good standing with Allegiance Mobile Health's clinical department.Attendance at designated training courses as determined by team leadershipThese classes include, but are not limited to:Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)Advanced protocol training with Medical Director as neededCadaver Lab as directed by Team Supervisor and/or Medical DirectorSWAT Medic or TEMS CourseIBSC Tactical Paramedic- Certification (TP-C) Exam within 1 year of joining the teamICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800, 907Critical Care Paramedic encouraged, but not require9.Other duties as assigned PYSCHOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS:· Use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations.· Maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity.· Have good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.· Function under situations of extreme fatigue due to little or no rest, extreme temperatures, and inclement weather conditions. Physical Requirements:· Lift, carry, balance and push up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance).· Demonstrate flexibility and physical coordination by bending from the waist and touching toes, squat with legs parallel to the ground, and kneeling with both knees firmly on the ground.· Repetitive lifting, squatting, stooping and kneeling.· Climb 20 sets of stairs without rest within 60 seconds.· Demonstrate fine manual dexterity by performing job-related clinical skills (starting IV's, intubating, etc.).· Have correctable vision adequate to read street signs, see in low light and read the small print.· Must be able to pass and maintain physical fitness test requirements –o "Cooper Straight Cut-Standards"Push up test – 25 or moreSit up test – 29 or more300 meter sprint < 1 min 11 sec1.5 mile run <16 min 28 secMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:· High school graduate or GED· Prior or Current certification as an EMT Basic or higher in the State of Texas· Minimum of 2 years prior experience recruiting high volume EPlease note that previous tactical team experience DOES NOT guarantee a position on the teamAllegiance is an EEO employer as defined by the EEOCCriminal Background ChecksDue to the sensitive nature of law enforcement involvement and to help maintain operational security, interested candidates must meet the following criminal background requirements:No previous felony convictionsNo misdemeanor class A or B convictions within the past ten (10) yearsMust not be under any type of court ordered supervision such as probation or paroleMust not be the subject of any type of protective ordersMust not be currently under investigation for any felony offense or under felony indictmentNo previous family violence convictionsMust be able to lawfully possess a firearm as allowed by state and federal lawTeam members are not required to possess firearms, but must be in a position where they can lawfully possess one, if necessaryAny interested candidate or current member who becomes the subject of a criminal investigation, at any level, is required report that information to the team supervisor, on-duty supervisor and/or district chief within 24 hours. This includes any level of citation or arrest. Failure to do so may result in removal from the team.
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