Paramedic #1835 - Emergency Medical Services - Public Safety Division

Hamilton County • Chattanooga, TN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently in the event of a crisis, disaster, or other public emergency. All Hamilton County EMS employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should an emergency need arise. During a public emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. Work hours for any and all Hamilton County EMS employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community. This posting is for the 24/72 shift schedule. The base hours for this position are: 1,872 regular hours and 312 hours of mandatory scheduled overtime hours due to the 24/72 shift schedule. Mandatory overtime will be paid at time and a half. Under general supervision, as the lead medical staff of an ambulance or other medical transport unit, provides emergency, pre-hospital care and transportation to the critically injured or ill within the parameters of the license/certification.

Requirements

• Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age at the time of application.
• Possess the equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Possess a current TN Paramedic License or be Nationally Registered and eligible for Tennessee licensure prior to employment.
• Possess current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and either International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or equivalent trauma training.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, Class D in Tennessee, or the equivalent from the employee’s state of residence.
• Must be able to obtain certification in Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided by the County and maintain certification.
• Incumbents must be able to obtain and retain all certifications and licenses required by the State of Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Stands by in readiness to respond to emergencies during a 24-hour tour of duty; responds to emergency calls; assesses situation and need for assistance; determines most effective method of emergency treatment; applies advanced life support or other appropriate treatment to victim(s)/patient(s); administers drugs; undertakes appropriate invasive procedures; advises hospital personnel of situation; transports injured or ill to hospital for treatment.
• Maintains records and files; maintains and re-supplies vehicle; identifies needs for additional/replacement supplies and equipment; undertakes continuous training; works with public, medical professionals and others to educate and advise of the role, capabilities and responsibilities of a paramedic.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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