Paramedic (12-hour shifts)

Johnston County•Johnston County Public Safety Center, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnston County Emergency Services is seeking Full-Time Paramedics for 12-hour DAYTIME shifts. Johnston County's EMS division is responsible for overseeing provisions of Emergency Medical Services throughout the county, providing oversight to medical dispatch, fire department medical responders, and contracted EMS Agencies. A Paramedic in this class performs professional advanced life support work in operating an approved mobile medical unit, rescuing victims and performing advanced emergency care including the administration of life sustaining treatment to patients on-site and while en-route to hospital. Work involves responding to the scene of emergency and non-emergency calls, applying necessary medical treatment to sick or injured persons, and transporting persons to a medical facility. A Paramedic serves as a member of an ambulance crew and is responsible for the medical care administered to the patient. Employees perform emergency medical procedures at the certified Paramedic level. Work requires considerable independent judgment in assessing the condition of patients and applying short-term relief. Work is performed under local medical director approved protocols and under the supervision of the EMS Captain and is evaluated through peer review, conferences, observation, discussion of procedures at emergency scenes, and public feedback. Work subjects the employee to high stress situations, inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, hazards associated with emergency management work and fumes, chemicals, dusts, odors, gases, and oils. Work also subject to the OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary may be based on years of experience listed on the application itself, not in supplemental documents attached. Failure to document complete work history and upload all necessary certificates may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted.

Requirements

Three years of active EMS experience in emergency response situations.
Successfully complete specialized training programs as deemed appropriate by the EMS Division Chief.
Become and maintain EMS preceptor status for Johnston County and provide peer instruction and supervision to other employees, students and observers when appropriate.
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, and hearing.
Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, to move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, for extensive reading and work with figures; to operate a computer, to use measuring devices, to operate a motor vehicle; and to determine accuracy and neatness of work.
Knowledgeable of Johnston County EMS system, geographical area of the County, subdivisions and other key locations.
Maintains knowledge in current departmental policies, county policies, and N.C OEMS regulations.
Knowledge of emergency health care procedures and ability to evaluate the patient's conditions and properly render the appropriate treatment set forth in the patient care protocols, with or without physicians' direction.
Skilled in the operations of an emergency vehicle, using knowledge and skills in driving to avoid hazards or to keep from becoming a hazard.
Ability to pass and maintain training in specialized courses pertinent to Emergency Medical Services.
Thorough knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, techniques and practices involved in the operation of emergency medical services.
Thorough knowledge of emergency medical theories, principles and practices.
Analytical skill required for emergency medical services.
Ability to plan and organize treatment in emergency situations.
Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers, EMS volunteers, hospital and medical community professionals, the public, and other emergency agencies.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make effective patient decision and accurate paramedic medical diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

Nice To Haves

If the position requires a degree, official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
A pre-employment reference check will be conducted.
A background check may be required and may include criminal history, motor vehicle records, sex offender registry checks, pre-employment drug screening, SBI fingerprinting, and, if applicable, a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) check.
A conviction record does not automatically disqualify you from employment, unless otherwise required by state law.
Each situation is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

Works proficiently at the paramedic level while working independently or with co-workers, hospital staff, and a large number of volunteer emergency medical units and fire departments throughout the County.
Performs daily and monthly check-off logs and records of medical supplies, equipment, vehicle which includes wash and wax as needed, station cleaning in accordance with set procedures, and identify deficiencies and take appropriate action.
Complete station requisition orders for medications and medical supplies.
Communicate and maintain a positive relationship with other co-workers, public, EMS squads, fire departments, other emergency service agencies and hospital staff
Familiar with the function of emergency medical equipment, and medical supplies.
Works effectively under stress, make quick and appropriate decisions, and provide proper written documentation.
Performs technical specialized work under the direction and supervision of the EMS Division Chief and/or supervisor through the command structure to provide basic and advance life support care in response to calls for emergency medical care, fires, crime scenes, riots, natural disasters and accidents as well as while en route to the hospital or other destination.
Ability to work a rotating shift, travel to and from assigned stations to meet the needs of the EMS operations.
Practice infection control procedures to safeguard the health and welfare of self and others.
Compile statistical data that reflects EMS activity.
Perform daily clerical tasks relevant to the delivery of EMS as assigned.
Retrieve and deliver interdepartmental communications as directed.
Report errors in protocols, policy/procedures and standard operating guidelines.
Follow up on patient care delivered by self and others as directed by EMS Division Chief.
Confer with the EMS Division Chief through the command structure.
Maintain and ensure patient and department confidentiality.
Maintain and ensure confidentiality in regard to personnel matters.
Review medical protocols on a regular basis to ensure competency.
Identify potential victims of assault/abuse and make prompt notification to the appropriate investigative authority.
Complete all necessary paper work on all calls in appropriate time.
Performs related duties as required.