Ambulance Operator

City of Downey•Downey, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, to provide basic medical care and transport of the ill and injured as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); to respond to emergency medical calls for service including accidents and other emergencies; and, to operate an emergency vehicle to and from the scene of an emergency. This is a non-safety/non-firefighter position that works under the supervision of a Fire Captain and the overall direction of an EMS Coordinator to perform emergency medical transport services. An incumbent will work twenty-four (24) hour rotating shifts with overtime applicable upon the completion of forty (40) hours of work within the designated 7-day work week. Part-Time employment status does not qualify for City paid benefits, except for those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 2.5% and the employee contributes 5% of base earnings. Part-time shifts may not exceed 999 hours on a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30). Working hours require irregular hours and weekends. Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Downey. The established list from this recruitment may be used for full-time and/or temporary/part-time vacancies. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and City of Downey regulations, practices, and procedures
Knowledge of principles of emergency ambulance and transportation procedures including first aid, resuscitator, and gurney operation
Knowledge of safe emergency work practices
Knowledge of infection control procedures
Knowledge of emergency radio communication procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology and documentation
Knowledge of emergency vehicle maintenance and operation, including all applicable federal and state driving licenses
Ability to read electronic and incident maps and follow map directions
Ability to recognize street names quickly
Ability to locate house numbers and navigate quickly through business districts
Ability to work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environments and carry out work assignments as instructed
Ability to safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transportation
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to meet and maintain physical fitness to perform the physical aspects of the position
Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record during the course of employment
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperating working relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties, including the general public
High School graduate or equivalent
A valid Class C California Driver's License and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment
A current California EMT-1 certificate
A current Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR & AED card for healthcare providers from the American Heart Association
A current and valid State of California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issued Ambulance Driver Certificate
A current State of California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issued Medical Examination Report including the Medical Examination Certificate
Proof of passing the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) or Biddle exam within one year of application date

Nice To Haves

A preferred graduate of a 240-hour California Fire Academy or equivalent or recently completed Fire Technology college level coursework is desired
In addition to an Associate's degree, a combination of education and experience directed toward a career in the Fire Service is desired

Responsibilities

Safely operate City owned emergency transport vehicles and other department vehicles within Department policy
Perform appropriate medical care within the scope of an EMT such as attaining and documenting vital signs, bandaging, splinting, lifting patients into ambulance and assisting paramedics as directed
Maintain and inventory emergency ambulance supplies, equipment, and routine vehicle parts
Support patient billing operations
Operate within federal, state, county and city laws and regulations and guidelines including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Attend and successfully complete department and hospital training sessions and drills
Participate in station and equipment maintenance