Paramedic - Academy - 18 Sep 26

Charleston County Government • Sc 29405, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The motto of Charleston County EMS is “We Care”. We are an EMS system that relies on Innovation, Trust, Compassion, Respect and Dedication to provide empathetic and compassionate customer service and excellent medical care to our community of citizens and visitors. If you have the commitment to help others and want to have a career that makes a difference, now is your opportunity to join one of the finest EMS departments in the nation. Charleston County EMS offers a variety of work schedules that are both static and dynamic. In our normal schedules, forced overtime is not used; although in times of disasters or high public demand, schedules and obligations may change.

Requirements

• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Certification
• Ability to possess and maintain a South Carolina Paramedic Certification (if licensed in another state, please include a copy of your current state license)
• BLS (AHA or ASHI)
• ACLS (AHA or ASHI)
• High School Diploma or GED (college degree or transcript may be used)
• ICS course certifications 100, 200, 700 and 800 (Required within 3 months of hire)
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license with clean driving record prior to start date
• Knowledge of laws and regulations of US DOT, FCC, DEA and SCDHEC in regard to the practice of emergency medical services, vehicle extrication and rescue principles, patient stabilization, medical terminology, and defensive driving techniques.
• Manual dexterity permitting ability to operate specialized medical devices and other related equipment and to lift patients on a stretcher with weights up to 175 pounds
• Ability to provide visual evaluation of physical symptoms and medical conditions, to read indicators of various emergency equipment, and to review a wide variety of written material
• Personal mobility and physical reflexes permitting ability to manipulate patient’s position in order to provide adequate physical evaluations of medical conditions and to drive County emergency vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• ITLS or PHTLS or TECC
• PEPP or PALS or EPC

Responsibilities

• Drive an emergency vehicle
• Have excellent communications skills (in person, over the radio/telephone, and written)
• Work varying shift schedules including day shift, night shift, hybrid shifts including weekends and holidays
• Perform a wide variety of duties with accuracy and speed under pressure
• Provide patient care to the respective certification level
• Follow safety protocols and perform in a safe manner
• Able to understand navigation equipment and tools, including maps, and be able find locations within our response area
• Perform calmly in emergency situations
• Other related duties as assigned
• Communicating appropriately
• Ensuring the readiness of vehicles and equipment
• Maintaining uniforms and stations
• Attending training
• Following safety and medical guidelines
• Providing advance life support care up to their certification level

Benefits

• 3% longevity increases PER YEAR after years 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, with merit Increases (rates set by County Council) annually thereafter based on performance evaluations
• Medical and dental benefits available for employee and family
• Retirement Deferred compensation available (including 401k and 457 plans)
• Optional life and disability coverage available

What This Job Offers

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