Non-Safety Paramedic

City of Kingsburg; Kingsburg (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kingsburg is seeking a Paramedic under general supervision to provide definitive care in life-threatening medical situations. The paramedic responds to emergencies, administers ACLS level medicines, and uses the full scope of practice under CCEMSA Protocol.

Qualifications include one year field experience, California license with ambulance endorsement, National Registry PARAMEDIC certification, CCEMSA paramedic card, CPR and ACLS; attach all certifications.

Qualifications

• Must hold National Registry PARAMEDIC certification and CCEMSA PARAMEDIC card.
• High school diploma required; paramedic training completed.
• Licenses and certificates must be current and valid.
• Knowledge of ACLS, PALS, CPR and paramedic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergencies and provide definitive care under supervision.
• Render aid, operate ambulances and equipment as assigned.
• Maintain certifications and participate in ongoing training.

Skills

Paramedic duties

ACLS proficiency

PALS proficiency

CPR certified

Emergency medical procedures

Education

High school diploma

National Registry PARAMEDIC certification

CCEMSA PARAMEDIC card

CPR certification

Job description

Under general supervision of a Fire Department Company Officer, provides definitive care and treatment to persons in life-threatening medical situations; respond to both routine and emergency medical aids.

Examples of Duties:

The PARAMEDIC responds to medical emergencies; renders aid to injured parties; operates ambulances and other related medical equipment; Administers ACLS level medicines and procedures under medical control intervening in life-threatening medical emergencies utilizing the full scope of practice as assigned to a Paramedic under CCEMSA Protocol and practice; diagnoses medical problems and performs first-aid and resuscitator functions;. participates in station, equipment and apparatus maintenance; attends training classes and drills; and other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: ONE Year of full- time field experience as a PARAMEDIC is highly desirable.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License/Certificate: Possess and maintain, as a condition of employment, the following:

• A current State of California Class C Driver’s License with an ambulance driver’s endorsement.
• A current National Registry PARAMEDIC certification as defined by the State of California

EmergencyMedical Services Authority (EMSA);

• A current CCEMSA PARAMEDIC card.
• A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• A Current ACLS certification

Attach ALL certifications in the application.

Knowledge of:

• First aid methods;
• A basic understanding of fire based Emergency Medical Services (EMS) delivery system;
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR);
• ACLS / PALS/ PHTLS
• PARAMEDIC scope of practice;
• PARAMEDIC procedures and equipment;
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
• Principles and practices of customer service.

Ability to:

• Perform PARAMEDIC duties and maintain PARAMEDIC certification;
• Perform competently under extreme pressure and in stressful situations;
• Understand and act in accordance with departmental polices, rules, instructions and written material;
• Retain presence of mind in emergency situations;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Establish effective working relationships with staff and the general public;
• Maintain physical endurance and agility;
• Make accurate observations and rapid judgements;
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to varying inside temperatures, correspondent with seasonal climate outside; exposure to the hazards of emergency medical services, to smoke and hazardous material fumes, to heat from fires, seasonal elements at emergency sites; exposure to communicable diseases (HIV, HBV, HCV, tuberculosis, meningococcal meningitis, various parasites, etc.)

PhysicalConditions: Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for minimal to frequent bending, turning, reaching, grasping, kneeling, standing, sitting, and walking; and moderate to heavy pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Physical strength and agility to lift and carry heavy objects, such as a gurney while transporting patients; lift, pull and operate gurney; climb ladders and stairs; bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl in tight spaces.