Paramedic I
About The Position
Provides basic and advanced life support, including medical evaluation, treatment, and stabilization of non-critically and critically ill or injured patients. Responds to emergency rescue situations involving potential loss of life or severe bodily injury; manages and directs patient care at pre-hospital emergency scenes; provides training and instruction to lesser-trained personnel; and operates and maintains an assigned Mobile Intensive Care Unit and EMS Headquarters. The position performs other duties as required. The Paramedic I receives general supervision from the EMS Shift Supervisor and technical and functional supervision from a Paramedic II, Lieutenant, and/or EMS Shift Captain. It exercises functional supervision over Relief Medic and Intern classifications. Paramedic positions other than Relief Medic and Billing Specialist are designated Emergency Essential and may be required to be available before, during, and/or after a civil emergency or disaster to perform related duties as determined by the City.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical care, medical terminology and abbreviations, basic and advanced life support, emergency medical techniques, and proper drug administration.
- Knowledge of accepted emergency driving techniques, basic vehicle maintenance, applicable local, state, and federal regulations, and infectious disease precautions and decontamination procedures.
- Ability to learn local-area geography; think and act quickly in emergencies; judge situations and people accurately; and understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to prepare concise, comprehensive written reports and communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
- Ability to work safely under hazardous conditions and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to provide routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment and maintain the health and physical fitness needed to perform job duties.
- Ability to work 24- or 48-hour shifts, including weekends, and be on call for 24 hours when necessary.
- Valid Texas driver's license.
- Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic (EMT-P) certificate or Licensed Paramedic (LP).
- Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, an American Heart Association CPR card and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate.
- Qualify for and complete recertification before the end of each certification period.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of emergency medical experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Render pre-hospital emergency medical care according to established medical protocols.
- Drive Mobile Intensive Care Units to emergency scenes and transport accident victims and medical patients to hospitals.
- Assist and coordinate with other emergency service agencies in rescue operations, motor vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Perform emergency medical treatment services at basic and advanced life support levels.
- Use safe lifting and moving techniques and maintain the ambulance vehicle and equipment.
- Assist with training the public in CPR, standard first aid, and emergency medical techniques, and participate in public health screening.
- Assist Paramedic IIs with the full range of advanced life support functions.
- Handle radio communication during emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Perform Paramedic II duties when needed.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Maintain yearly continuing-education hours under current TDSHS guidelines and stay current with drugs and treatment procedure guidelines.
- Maintain the ability to carry out standing orders within the Medical Director's discretion.
- Be available for emergency-essential duties before, during, and/or after disasters or emergency conditions as determined by the City.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
