AEMT

Berkeley County Emergency Ambulance Authority • Martinsburg, WV

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About The Position

Berkeley County is West Virginia’s fastest growing county, and the Berkeley County Emergency Ambulance Authority is growing too! We are a 911 EMS agency and the sole provider of emergency medical services for the county apart from the City of Martinsburg. We operate 10 units daily across 6 stations and respond to about 16,000 calls for service every year. We pride ourselves in maintaining a modern fleet, equipment, and facilities along with high quality training provided to our staff monthly to help our clinicians continue to grow.

We offer a competitive salary with an enhanced benefit package to include:
Generous paid time off for vacation and sick time which begins to accrue on day 1 of employment.
Medical, dental and vision insurance provided at no cost to the employee and a 50% cost share for family coverage.
Full uniform issuance at no cost to the employee.
An employee wellness program which includes help with physical and mental fitness as well as a peer-to-peer support team.
Job Overview
The primary duty for this role is direct patient care in the 911 EMS setting. The AEMT provides care at the Advanced Life Support level as defined by the West Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services in the treatment of acutely ill or injured patients. The AEMT can independently treat and transport higher acuity patients in the absence of Paramedic care. There are two schedule options for this position, a permanent shift assignment with a 24/48 rotation and a Kelly day every 7 days or a float position that is not assigned to a permanent shift, working a combination of 12- and 24-hour shifts. Both schedules are guaranteed 48 hours per week.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Successful completion of a WV and Nationally accredited A-EMT program
• National Registry Certification
• Completion of WV AEMT course
• Basic Life Support CPR
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or equivalent
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or equivalent
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 (prior to start date)
• Valid US Driver’s license with no more than 6 points assessed to driving record
• Can exhibit an advanced skill set within their certification level and actively seek out opportunities to continue their professional development.
• Can begin to lead or assist in BCEAA training programs.
• Are eligible for limited field officer promotions.
• Communicate effectively via telephone and radio
• Use good judgment and remain calm in high stress situations
• Read, interpret and act upon patient care protocols
• Safely operate a motor vehicle in high stress scenarios
• Independently lift 140 pounds safely
• Must have good manual dexterity with the ability to perform all tasks related to patient care.
• Stand, walk, crawl, lift, bend over, stoop, climb stairs and work in environments where space may be severely limited
• Work in moderate to severe weather
• Spontaneously respond to the demands of emergency health care
• Wear proper PPE including an N-95 face mask or respirator

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat Awareness within the last 12 months
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)
• WVOEMS MCI I and II
• Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS)

Responsibilities

• Works assigned tour of duty at the appropriate station.
• Provides Advanced Life Support Services.
• Responds to EMS incidents and assists in emergency activities.
• Drives and operates ambulances in emergent and non-emergent situations.
• Keeps records and makes reports of patient interactions.
• Maintains & repairs EMS tools & appliances.
• Services motorized EMS apparatus as directed.
• Operates EMS equipment.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor repairs to EMS equipment.
• Participates in routinely scheduled in-service training.
• Performs other related tasks as required or requested.
• May become a trainer for students and new hire employees.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off for vacation and sick time which begins to accrue on day 1 of employment.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance provided at no cost to the employee and a 50% cost share for family coverage.
• Full uniform issuance at no cost to the employee.
• An employee wellness program which includes help with physical and mental fitness as well as a peer-to-peer support team.
• WV EMS retirement plan (mandatory participation for full time and part time employees)
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick time earned on a monthly accrual basis
• Eligibility for OneLife gym membership
• Eligibility for life, health, vision, and dental insurance coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED