EMT

Bay County, FL; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay County Board of County Commissioners in Panama City, FL seeks an EMT to perform clinical duties under a Paramedic's direction. You will respond to emergencies, provide pre-hospital care, and coordinate with public safety agencies to ensure rapid, high-quality care in stressful environments.

The role requires an EMT certificate, BLS, EVOC, and a valid Florida driver license, with firefighting standards preferred. The position operates from a county EMS unit on a non-remote basis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Florida EMT certificate and BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• Valid Florida driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Must obtain EVOC and IS certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in EMS operations and hospital-to-field care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical duties of an EMS EMT under the direction of a Paramedic.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency requests and provides pre-hospital care.
• Assists EMS field crews and coordinates with Police/Fire/EMS agencies.
• Maintains equipment and ensures stock to division standards.
• Operates EMS vehicles and documents patient care per NFPA standards.
• Interacts with public, facilities staff, and other agencies professionally.
• Performs patient assessments, vitals, and basic airway techniques as trained.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Land-based rescue

EMS operations

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma

Florida EMT certificate

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

Emergency Vehicle Operator Course

IS-100

IS-200

IS-700

IS-800

Florida driver license

Florida Firefighter standards (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

SALARY:$17.08 - $28.74NATURE OF WORKGrade:BOCC-FR-5Job Class:05501 - (FRS Class Code), 3 - Technicians (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America), Tier 1 - • Normal duties would include preparation for, response to, and recovery from a disaster • Not excused from work during a disaster • Most likely called in to work prior to onset, will report when summoned or no less than 18 hours before onset of TS force winds • Provided with food, water, shelter VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE A PLAN (Tier Status)Worker Comp Code:7705 - Ambulance Service Companies and Emergency Medical Service Providers & Drivers (United States of America)EEO Classification:3 - Technicians (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)JOB TYPE:EmployeeNATURE OF JOB:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs the clinical duties of an EMS Emergency Medical Technician at the direction of the Paramedic.Responds to requests for emergency and non-emergency assistance.Provides pre-hospital medical care in stressful situations.Assists other EMS field crews as appropriate and per procedure.Interprets maps and directories.Exhibits employee morale, team spirit and encourages a positive attitude toward the EMS Division, the County and the public.Serves in coordination with Police, Fire, EMS and other agencies promoting a spirit of cooperation between agencies in all matters related to the EMS Division operations.Ensures assigned field unit is stocked and maintained to State Bureau of EMS and division standards.Reports maintenance issues involving EMS Division vehicles.Provides patient care and documentation against established standards and at the direction and discretion of a Paramedic.Assists in assuring system quality of careAssists in conducting new employee division orientation, as needed.Possesses skills in and provides land-based rescue and extrication; safely provides medical care to entrapped patients and guidance to other public safety agency personnel during rescue situations.Interacts with law enforcement, fire departments, social services and various medical and nursing facilities staff in a positive manner.Recognizes and appropriately triages and treats medical and traumatic injuries, completes appropriate documentation.Operates EMS vehicles.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients ranging from newborn to geriatric.The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department.Performs other related duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent; ANDOne (1) year full-time EMS operational field experience as an EMT or acceptable equivalent preferred.Must meet and maintain the requirements for career Firefighter II and Paramedic (PMD) as defined in Florida Statutes and the requirements of NFPA 1582 “Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments.“Familiarity with the day to day operations of an Emergency Medical Service ambulance on 24- or 12-hour shift.LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program.Possession of and maintain a valid Florida Emergency Medical Technician certificate.Possession of and maintain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certificate.Possession of and maintain an Emergency Vehicle Operator Course certificate.Possession of Florida Firefighter standards preferred.Possession of or obtain and maintain the following certifications within 6 months of hire as a condition of employment:IS-100IS-200IS-700IS-800.BKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of project management and organizational skills.Skills and abilities to provide land-based rescue and extrication and safely provide medical care to entrapped patients and guidance to other public safety agency personnel during rescue situations.Knowledge of day to day operations of an Emergency Medical Service ambulance on 24- or 12-hour shifts.Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.Ability to have excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to work and maintain reliable full-time attendance.Ability to comprehend, speak, and read the English language.Ability to have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.Ability to multi-task.Ability to be viewed as a positive role model to other employees.Ability to safely operate EMS vehicles.Ability to show proficiency in all phases of operations as outlined in NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1002.Ability to accurately obtain patient vital signs including pulse, respirations, and osculated blood pressure; ability to determine skin conditions and colors.Ability to systematically perform a patient assessment (head to toe), which renders an accurate judgment of the patients’ overall condition.Ability to perform basic airway techniques.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:Work is primarily performed outdoors and requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust. The employee may be required to perform in high humidity and in elevated temperatures as well as limited access, enclosed spaces. While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with County staff, other organizations and the public.Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). This position requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and includes completing and successfully passing medical evaluations and/or clearances.Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Ability to lift and carry patients weighing in excess of 250 pounds, with assistance, without causing harm or aggravating injuries to the patient or themselves. Lifts people and equipment of 100+ pounds; extensive, or considerable standing/walking; Lifts positions, pushes and/or transfers patients; lifts supplies/equipment; manual dexterity and mobility; intermittent exertion when performing treatments.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:May be assigned to a National Incident Management System position during multiple casualty incidents or major emergencies, as needed.Evening and weekend work may be requiredWORK LOCATION:Not Eligible for Remote Work - This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.Employer:BOCC Bay County Board of County CommissionersAddress:Human Resources Department840 W. 11th StreetPanama City, Florida, 32401Phone:[phone]WebsiteBay County is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and does not discriminate basedon race, color, religion, sex (includinggender identity and pregnancy), nationalorigin, age, disability, genetic information,sexual orientation, or parental status.*Salary/Hourly wages are determined by verifiable experience.