Medical Care Transport Technician - Paramedic

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated professionals for emergency medical services. This role involves providing essential life support and patient transportation in high-pressure environments. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and experience in emergency care. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality patient care while navigating the challenges of the medical field. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those in need, all within a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English for direct patient care.
• Valid state license/certification for Paramedic is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and advanced life support procedures.
• Transport patients and communicate with healthcare providers.

Skills

Emergency Care

Patient Transportation

Clinical Data Collection

Communication with Dispatchers

Education

Graduate Education in Emergency Services

Master's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

State Driver's License

Job description

This position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Veterans Transportation Services (VTS), Ambulance Service, VA Medical Center (VAMC) locations with an emergency room, acute or urgent care clinic, or other similar departments performing basic and advanced life support procedures in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Duties

*THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*

Duties will include, but may not be limited to the following:

Requirements

Qualifications

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. You must be proficient in basic written and spoken English to perform the duties of this position.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SCREEN-OUT): Four Selective Placement Factors (SPF) have been identified for this position. Applicants must meet these minimum requirements:

• Must possess a valid/current state issued license/certification for eligibility for employment (Paramedic).
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) Certification.
• Must possess and maintain current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider Certification.
• Possess a valid and unrestricted state driver's license. (Driver's license verification will occur during interview).

At GS-09 grade level, you must also meet one of the following:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

At least one (1) full year of specialized experience at GS-08 level or equivalent, directly related to the work of the position, including knowledge of body systems, emergency response, patient transportation, communication with dispatchers and healthcare providers, knowledge of emergency care protocols, and operation of emergency or patient transport vehicles.

Experience must be supported by your resume, including job title, duties, start/end dates, and hours worked per week.

OR

Substitution of Education for Experience: Two years of graduate education or a master's degree directly related to the position.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: Equivalent combinations of graduate education and experience.

Assessment Competencies:

• Clinical Data Collection/Documentation
• Emergency Care
• First Response
• Patient Care
• Transportation

Important: A full year of work is 35-40 hours/week. All experience must include start/end dates. Volunteer experience is also credited.

Physical Requirements:

Involves heavy lifting, bending, and positioning of patients, often under adverse conditions. May require prolonged use of protective gear and exposure to infectious diseases or unstable patients.

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