Paramedic

AMFEMS; Berrytown (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AMFEMS in Kentucky seeks a National and Kentucky-certified Paramedic to perform emergency medical response duties, maintain equipment, and provide public education on life safety and related topics. The role requires ACLS/BLS certifications and a valid driver’s license.

You will respond to on-duty calls, maintain licensure, participate in training, and adhere to SOPs/SOGs. Strong communication skills are essential for effective teamwork and community education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• National registered Paramedic and Kentucky certified Paramedic required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications (AHA).
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all calls when on duty and perform duties as assigned by the Officer in charge.
• Attend assigned training sessions and remain at incidents as needed.
• Maintain issued equipment and PPE; ensure routine upkeep.
• Maintain licensure and driver certification; operate ambulances.
• Provide patient care and educate the public on life safety and health topics.

Skills

ACLS

BLS Healthcare Provider

Written & oral communication

Paramedic licensure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Emergency Medicine/Fire Science (desirable)

Job description

Position purposeThis non-suppression position requires the employee to perform emergency medical response duties approved by the Board of Trustees. The Paramedic performs routine and regular maintenance of equipment, facilities, and the apparatus of the Department. This position also provides public education and training on topics of life safety, health, fire prevention, and other related topics as deemed necessary by the Department.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.National registered Paramedic and Kentucky certified ParamedicAHA certifications:Advanced Cardiac Life SupportBLS Healthcare ProviderEffective written and oral communication skills.Willing to work any assigned schedule as required.Members must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license prior to operating any vehicle owned by the Anchorage Middletown Fire and EMS. The license must be a full operator’s license. Instructional or temporary learning permits do not meet this requirement.Desirable QualificationsAssociate’s degree in Emergency Medicine, Fire Science, or related field.Operations level Hazardous Materials certification.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/TasksAbide by the requirements of the Administrative Policies and the Standard Operating Procedures of the Department.Respond to all given calls for service when on duty and perform such duties as requested by the Officer in charge, to the best of his/her ability and in line with AMFEMS SOGs, SOPs, and directives.Attend assigned training sessions.Remain at any incident scene, fire station, or training until dismissed by the Officer in charge.Responsible for his/her issued equipment (i.e. PPE, uniforms, radios, etc.), including routine upkeep and maintenance. Shall return issued equipment to the appropriate Division upon request, termination or inactivity with the Department.Treat superior officers, associates, and the public respectfully and with a professional demeanor.Do not publicly criticize instructions or orders they have received.Become familiar with the Administrative Policies and Standard Operating Procedures of the Department, and obey all provisions outlined therein.Notify their supervisor of any change of address or phone number within two (2) weeks of the change.Notify their supervisor or the Station Captain of any equipment malfunction, lost or missing equipment, and/or needed equipment including personal, station or apparatus.Participate in training, serve as an instructor as needed, and assist the Division of Workforce Development in conducting training sessions.Remain familiar with the medical equipment on all apparatus of the Department.Maintain licensure as a Paramedic. Notify their supervisor of any change in status of their certification or their ability to function as a Paramedic in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.Maintain driver certification on Ambulance.Take primary responsibility for patient care unless relieved by a higher-ranking officer capable of providing equal care, or delegate care to an EMT-Basic if a full patient assessment indicates that BLS is appropriate.Participate in daily work assignments as assigned by the Station Captain where they are assigned including but not limited to:Building and grounds maintenanceVehicle maintenanceRespond to call backs as requested.Special Position RequirementsThe employee may be required to perform certain job functions under hazardous and/or austere conditions; while being exposed to all weather types and/or under extreme stress.General Employment ProvisionsAll employees are required to comply with all District policies, standard operations procedures (SOPs), standard operating guidelines (SOGs), directives, and lawful orders.All hazardous duty employees must successfully maintain an annual fit for duty and maintain the Kentucky Fire Commission required annual training.Nothing in this job description restricts managements’ right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.