Paramedic Field Training Officer
About The Position
The Paramedic Field Training Officer (FTO) is responsible for direct and indirect instruction, and evaluation of all Onslow County Emergency Medical Service (OCEMS) personnel. The Field Training Officer provides direct observation, management, and evaluation of new employees and employees needing remedial work/evaluation. This position is assigned to full time daily operations on an ambulance. FTO duties are performed under the moderate supervision of the EMS Training Officer and District Chief. Our core values—Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty —are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.
Requirements
- Must have ICS 100, 200, 700, 800.
- Must be credentialed or be able to successfully earn Drug Assisted Intubation credentials within three (3) months of hire and in good standing with the Medical Director.
- Completion of EMS Instructor methodology course within 12 months of hire.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Associates/Technical degree with coursework in emergency medical services or related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responds to emergency calls and provides emergency medical care in accordance with established guidelines and written verbal instructions from physicians.
- Determines extent of illness or injury and establishes priorities for required care.
- Transmits vital patient information and telemetry data to receiving medical care facility.
- Observes patients in route and administers additional care as needed.
- Complies with all employer rules and policies; state, federal, and county laws; EMS system policies and protocols; and state regulations pertaining to prehospital personnel.
- Serves as clinical role model and mentor to students, new employees, and current credentialed employees.
- Provides both didactic and psychomotor instruction to ensure clinical and operational competency in accordance with Onslow County-Camp Lejeune EMS System and Onslow County EMS Policy, procedures, and protocol.
- Intercede and assume patient care whenever any provider's performance falls below the standard of care or may cause patient harm.
- Report to the EMS Compliance Officer and/or EMS Training Officer any clinical deficiencies, incompetency, negligence, or conduct that may, or did, result in patient harm, or that would, or did, have an adverse operational impact on the EMS system.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism for all matters concerning personnel matters, medical care, and quality improvement.
- Complete all documentation and evaluations within defined timelines, conduct regular performance meetings, and provide routine feedback to EMS Compliance Office and EMS Training Officer during the Field Training and Evaluation (FTEP) program.
- Participates in the interview process, EMS Academy, and Oral Board Examination process.
- Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member.
- Performs related tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
