Paramedic

Johnson County Kansas • Olathe, KS

282d • $20 - $30

About The Position

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you're searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government! MED-ACT is Johnson County's 9-1-1 EMS and ambulance service provider, serving the entire county and its cities, towns, and unincorporated areas. We have cohesive partnerships with fire departments throughout the county and within the EMS system. With a commitment to excellence in service, patient care and achieving the best possible clinical outcomes, we are proud to be a vital part of our county's healthcare and public safety systems. Our team of skilled professionals works tirelessly to provide the highest quality out-of-hospital care. We are currently seeking dedicated and highly skilled Paramedics to join our team on a full-time basis. As a Paramedic at Johnson County MED-ACT, you will play a critical role in delivering life-saving care to our community members during their most challenging moments. You will be responsible for responding to emergency calls, providing advanced medical treatment, and ensuring the safe transportation of patients to medical facilities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Paramedic certification in the state of Kansas, or eligible for reciprocity. National Registry is optional.
• Working twenty-four (24) hour shifts and up to thirty-six (36) hours, including weekends and holidays. On-call/standby work is also required.
• Biennial Kansas Paramedic recertification at the employee's expense.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Two (2) years of experience providing advanced life support prehospital care is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• NFPA 472 Haz-Mat Operations Level, NFPA 473 Medical Response to Haz-Mat Incidents, Disaster Medical Specialist and Tactical Medicine Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and expeditiously responds to emergency calls in various out of hospital settings, including interfacility patient transfers.
• Maintains scene safety; protects responders, patients, and the public; assumes personal risk.
• Maintains personal, vehicle and equipment readiness for effective prehospital medical response.
• Assesses patient conditions and compassionately administers medical care and treatment in accordance with established protocols.
• Proficiently performs clinical skills.
• Operates and maintains emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and first responders at the scene and in the hospital.
• Conducts and participates in training exercises.
• Ensures thorough, accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
• Returns to a state of readiness quickly after calls.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and professionalism.
• Participates in ongoing training and education to stay current with industry standards.
• Functions effectively as a member of a team.
• Adheres to agency policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Completes administrative tasks by established deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) defined benefit pension, in addition to a 457 deferred compensation match by the County up to 4% of base pay.
• In-house continuing education provided.
• Educational reimbursement available.
• Uniform allowance.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• State-of-the-art equipment and resources.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

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