Supervisory Paramedic (Senior Paramedic)

U.S. Army Medical Command•Fort Carson, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This Direct Hire Authority (DHA) position supervises an assigned shift or station at Evans Army Community Hospital in Fort Carson, Colorado. The role oversees the Advanced Life Support (ALS) EMS program for an assigned shift or station at an Army or Joint Base installation, providing operational guidance and ensuring EMS staff complete administrative and operational tasks. The position is designated Mission Essential and may involve alternate work schedules, rotating shifts, irregular duty hours, nights, weekends, and holidays. The incumbent must maintain the required paramedic licensure or certification, advanced life support certifications, and a valid driver's license. The position includes recurring interaction with children and youth under age 18 and is subject to background investigations and periodic re-verification. Other conditions include immunization and medical screening requirements, influenza vaccination or recognized exemption, drug testing, and potentially an annual Physical Ability Test.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service, including experience assessing patient conditions and diagnostic signs to prioritize emergency care, identifying and providing personnel training, and responding to accidents or other emergencies involving injury, illness, or potential environmental risks.
At time of hire, have and maintain either a valid, unrestricted state Paramedic license for the state where the installation is located or a valid National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification; if holding only one, obtain the other within 12 months of hire.
Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Maintain current AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider certification or Red Cross equivalent, depending on installation requirements.
Obtain and maintain current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) provider certification or Red Cross equivalent, depending on installation requirements, within six months of hire.
Have and maintain an unrestricted, valid state driver's license.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Meet suitability, fitness, background investigation, and personnel security requirements; a credit check may be included.
Undergo required immunization screening, including Hepatitis B immunization for positions with direct patient contact, and annual seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Complete a pre-placement medical examination and required pre-employment drug screening; the position is also subject to random testing and testing based on reasonable suspicion or involvement in an on-duty accident.
May be required to pass a Physical Ability Test within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
Report to or remain at work as scheduled during severe weather or other emergency situations to support mission operations.
Meet the qualification requirement through experience alone; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
Complete a one-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

Supervise the Advanced Life Support (ALS) EMS program for an assigned shift or station at an Army or Joint Base installation.
Provide operational oversight and guidance, and ensure completion of administrative and operational tasks by EMS staff.
Develop and implement supply, equipment, and vehicle accountability plans for the shift or station.
Evaluate paramedics’ and emergency medical technicians’ performance and adherence to policy.
Set priorities and ensure timely subordinate performance.
Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, assignment difficulty, and employee capability.
Assess patients’ conditions and diagnostic signs to establish priority for emergency care.
Identify personnel training needs and provide training as necessary.
Respond to accidents and other emergencies involving injury, illness, or potential environmental risks.