EMT BASIC - FT (NIGHTS)

Dorchester County; St. George (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester County seeks an EMT-Basic responder to answer emergency calls, provide medical aid, and transport patients to facilities. You will operate under supervision, advancing to independent work in line with EMS protocols.

The role requires EMT-Basic with CPR, ITLS, and PEPP certifications, plus a valid SC driver’s license and a clean driving record. Overtime opportunities may exist under departmental policy.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED with specialized EMS coursework.
• EMT-Basic and South Carolina/National Registry certifications required.
• CPR, ITLS and PEPP certifications required or maintained.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Drive ambulance to emergency calls and coordinate with incident resources.
• Provide basic life support and transport patients to facilities.
• Perform CPR, wound care, vital signs, airway management as certified.
• Document run reports and maintain equipment and vehicle readiness.
• Respond to public inquiries and assist with general clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Ambulance driving

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or GED

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic) certification

South Carolina EMT certification

CPR certification

ITLS certification

PEPP certification

Job description

The base annual wage is generated from a base hourly rate of $23.23 per hour under the standard rotating 12 hour shift schedule. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a 7 day pay cycle. Additional overtime opportunities for shift coverage may be available per departmental policy. These opportunities would provide pay in excess of the estimated base annual wage.

The purpose of this job is to respond to emergency calls, provide medical assistance to the sick and injured at the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic level and to perform related work as required. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Drive ambulance in response to emergency calls; request additional resources for the control of incidents as required; and ensure safety at the scene.
• Provide basic life support and emergency care to the sick and injured; assess nature of any trauma; determine nature and extent of injuries and illnesses and assist in making decisions regarding proper courses of action; assist in lifting and carrying patients in and out of ambulance; and transport patients to appropriate medical facility.
• Perform such procedures as immobilization and bandaging, wound treatment, control of bleeding, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), opening airways, taking and interpreting vital signs, cardiac activity monitoring, oxygen administration and other procedures as permitted according to certification; maintain constant awareness of patient condition; identify and relay diagnostic signs to medical personnel while in route to medical facility; and report verbally and in writing to emergency room personnel upon arrival.
• Assist with extrication and other rescue procedures as necessary.
• Notify dispatch personnel and Coroner’s Office in the case of patient death; arrange for the protection of property and evidence at the scene.
• Prepare run reports to document patient care, response time, compliance with medical protocol and patient billing information.
• Clean and decontaminate vehicles and equipment; and notify proper personnel of equipment/vehicle maintenance needs.
• Assist in stocking supplies in station and ambulances as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, medical/emergency protocols and standards of quality and safety.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as required.
• Receive and respond to public inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility.
• Perform general clerical work as required including, but not limited to, preparing reports, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, answering the telephone, etc.
• Keep abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for emergency medical assistance operations; attend meetings, training and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills and maintain certifications.
• May need to be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, for emergency response as assigned.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

All County employees are considered public servants for the citizens of Dorchester County. When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training in emergency medical technology or related discipline.

Six months of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must complete required coursework and maintain South Carolina and National Registry of EMT’s certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) and Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals (PEPP) certifications; obtain any other certifications deemed necessary by Department Head.

• Copy of SC Certification
• Copy of National Registry Certification
• Copy of a current CPR credential
• Copy of EMT Course admission testing scores indicating that you are eligible for paramedic training.
• Three year certified driving record from your current state of residence
• State criminal background record current at date of application. In SC this is available at www.sled.state.sc.us. Out of state applicants must obtain this from their state of residence.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities and needs.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Employees must be available to work 12.25 hours per day. 84 hours in a two-week period 36 one week and 48 the other week. Typical work hours and days are Monday through Sunday, 6:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing.

E.O.E statement

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.