Paramedic
About The Position
The Berkeley County Emergency Ambulance Authority is a 911 EMS agency and the primary provider of emergency medical services for Berkeley County, West Virginia, apart from the City of Martinsburg. The agency operates 10 units across six stations and responds to approximately 15,000 calls annually. It maintains modern fleets, equipment, and facilities and provides monthly staff training. The Paramedic provides direct patient care in the 911 EMS setting and typically serves as the highest-trained provider and lead for the ambulance crew. The Paramedic does not directly supervise an EMT but directs the EMT with orders and requests during patient care as needed. The schedule is two 24-hour shifts per week, totaling 96 hours per two-week pay period, on a 24/48 rotation with a Kelly Day every seventh shift.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Successfully complete a West Virginia or nationally accredited Paramedic program.
- Hold a West Virginia or National Registry Paramedic certification.
- Hold CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
- Hold Emergency Vehicle Operators Certification (EVOC).
- Hold Hazardous Materials Awareness Level certification.
- Hold Infection Control certification.
- Have a valid U.S. driver's license with no more than six points assessed to the driving record.
- Communicate effectively via telephone and radio.
- Use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations.
- Read, interpret, and act upon patient care protocols.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle in high-stress scenarios.
- Independently lift 140 pounds safely.
- Have the manual dexterity to perform all tasks related to patient care.
- Be able to stand, walk, crawl, lift, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and work in severely limited spaces.
- Be able to work in moderate to severe weather.
- Be able to respond spontaneously to emergency healthcare demands.
- Be able to wear appropriate PPE, including an N-95 face mask or respirator, when working in an IDLH environment.
- Successfully complete a nationally accredited Paramedic training program and pass the National Registry Paramedic cognitive and psychomotor examinations.
- Hold and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Pediatric Emergencies for the Prehospital Provider (PEPP), and Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) certifications.
- Successfully pass the application review, background check, DOT physical exam, drug screening, physical agility test, psychological evaluation, and WVOEMS certification requirements.
Responsibilities
- Work the assigned tour of duty at the appropriate station.
- Provide Basic and Advanced Life Support services.
- Respond to EMS incidents and assist in emergency activities.
- Drive and operate ambulances in emergent and non-emergent situations.
- Keep records and prepare reports of patient interactions.
- Maintain and repair EMS tools and appliances.
- Service motorized EMS apparatus as directed.
- Operate EMS equipment.
- Clean, maintain, and make minor repairs to EMS equipment.
- Participate in routinely scheduled in-service training.
- Perform other related tasks as required or requested.
- May serve as a trainer for students and new-hire employees.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave that begins accruing on the first day of employment.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee, with a 50% cost share for family coverage.
- Full uniform issuance at no cost to the employee.
- Employee wellness program with physical and mental fitness support and a peer-to-peer support team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
