Advanced Emergency Medical Technician #1836 - Emergency Medical Services - Public Safety Division

Hamilton County•Chattanooga, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responds to crises, disasters, and other public emergencies. Employees must keep their contact information current and be available to respond when mobilized. During public emergencies, all staff are required to respond, and work hours may be modified to meet community needs. Under close supervision, the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician provides emergency pre-hospital care and transportation to critically injured or ill patients within the scope of the employee’s license or certification. The position is for a 24/72 shift schedule, with 1,872 regular hours and 312 hours of mandatory scheduled overtime annually. Mandatory overtime is paid at time and a half. The position requires a Federal NCIC background check and fingerprinting. This is an in-person position involving emergency-scene response and substantial physical activity. Work may involve adverse environments, unpredictable weather, safety risks, and potential exposure to infectious diseases, toxic fumes, chemicals, smoke, and violence. A County-provided, NIOSH- and OSHA-approved respirator must be worn when conditions warrant. Employees may be required to work weekends, holidays, irregular hours, or extended shifts, sometimes with short notice.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Possess the equivalent of a high school diploma.
Possess a current Tennessee AEMT license, or be Nationally Registered and eligible for Tennessee licensure before employment.
Possess a valid driver’s license, Tennessee Class D or equivalent from the employee’s state of residence.
Pass a physical ability test, a written exam assessing medical knowledge and decision-making, and an oral interview.
Complete a Federal NCIC background check and fingerprinting before accepting the position.
Obtain and maintain the County-provided Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) certification.
Obtain and retain all certifications and licenses required by the State of Tennessee.
Complete drug and alcohol screening as applicable to a safety-sensitive position, including pre-employment, reasonable-cause, post-accident, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 150 pounds individually or 300 pounds as a two-person team, and functioning in adverse environments and protective gear.
Wear a County-provided, NIOSH- and OSHA-approved respirator when conditions warrant.
Maintain regular and punctual in-person attendance and be available for emergency mobilization.

Responsibilities

Stand by during a 24-hour tour of duty and respond to emergency calls.
Assess emergency situations and determine the need for assistance and the most effective treatment response.
Provide treatment to patients within the scope of licensure or certification.
Advise hospital personnel of the situation and transport injured or ill patients to a hospital.
Maintain records and files.
Maintain and resupply the emergency vehicle, and identify needs for replacement or additional supplies and equipment.
Undertake continuous training and maintain required certifications and licenses.
Educate and advise the public, medical professionals, and others about the role, capabilities, and responsibilities of an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Keep contact information current and respond when mobilized for a public emergency.