Ambulance Operator (As-Needed)

City of Santa Monica; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Santa Monica is seeking an EMT-1 capable professional to operate city-owned ambulances and provide basic life support during emergency medical calls.

You will assist Firefighter/Paramedics, maintain supplies, and document patient care while adhering to HIPAA and city policies. A valid CA EMT-1 or paramedic substitute, BLS, and a CA driver license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age at time of application.
• Graduation from high school or the equivalent; Fire Academy or Fire Technology coursework desirable.
• Six months experience as an EMT on an ambulance is desirable.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
• Possession of a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or the equivalent.
• Possession of a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) Certification; Paramedic License may substitute for EMT-1.
• Possession of a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles Ambulance Driver certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency ambulance transport and basic life support (BLS) services during medical response calls.
• Drive and operate city-owned ambulances and other department vehicles as directed.
• Respond to emergency medical calls and render BLS care.
• Maintain and inventory ambulance supplies, equipment and routine vehicle parts.
• Maintain electronic patient care records and support HIPAA compliance.
• Attend department and hospital training sessions and drills.

Skills

EMT-1

Patient transport

Basic life support

Emergency medical procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire Academy desirable

Tools

California Class C driver's license

AHA BLS certificate

EMT-1 Certification

California DMV Ambulance Driver certificate

Job description

To provide emergency ambulance transport and basic life support (BLS) services during medical response calls for the City of Santa Monica.

Drives and operates city owned ambulances and other department vehicles as directed, including driving to and from medical emergencies.

Responds to emergency medical calls providing basic life support (BLS) services.

Performs appropriate field procedures utilizing EMT-1 level skills, such as attaining and documenting vital signs, bandaging, splinting, lifting patients into ambulance.

Assists Firefighter/Paramedics in providing emergency medical and health care, as directed.

Maintains and inventories emergency ambulance supplies, equipment and routine vehicle parts.

Supports patient billing operations. Maintains and updates records using an electronic patient care records system.

Operates within federal, state, county and city laws and regulations and guidelines including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Attends and successfully completes department and hospital training sessions and drills.

Operates advanced radios systems and other communications equipment.

Participates in station and equipment clean-up.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Principles of emergency ambulance and transportation procedures including emergency medical practices and first aid

Emergency vehicle maintenance and operation, including all applicable federal and state driving licenses

Safe emergency work practices

Infectious control procedures

Emergency radio communication procedures

Medical terminology and documentation

English grammar and composition

Effective customer service techniques

Ability to:

Safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transportation

Read electronic and incident maps and follow map directions

Work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environments and carry out work assignments, as instructed

Listen carefully to understand others

Remain calm in emergencies

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Prepare records and reports

Provide effective customer service

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public

Work with persons from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds as well as a variety of work styles, personalities, and approaches

Skill in:

Operating emergency medical vehicles and equipment

Reading, writing, and communicating at an appropriate level

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of 18 years of age at the time of application.

Education:

Graduation from high school or the equivalent. Graduation from a Fire Academy or Fire Technology course work from an accredited college or university is desirable.

Experience:

Six months experience as an EMT on an ambulance is desirable.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.

Possession of a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or the equivalent.

Possession of a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) Certification. A valid State of California Paramedic License may substitute for the EMT-1 Certification.

Possession of a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles Ambulance Driver certificate.

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call [phone], TDD [phone] (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three workdays prior to the examination.