Paramedic (Full-time)

Ellis County, Kansas; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellis County EMS in Hays, KS is seeking a Paramedic to respond to emergency calls, provide high-level medical care, and transport patients to facilities. The candidate will support department operations, maintain equipment, and participate in trainings.

Certification requirements include KS Paramedic, BLS, ACLS, and PALS within 1 year of hire; at least 1 year ambulance experience and 3 years paramedic experience; full-time shifts on a 24-hour Kelly schedule with pay grade 31F2, Step 1.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year ambulance and emergency medical care experience required (AEMT).
• Three years in ambulance and emergency care experience (Paramedic).

Responsibilities

• Respond to ambulance calls and assist in providing emergency medical treatment.
• Drive, inventory, replace stock and maintain upkeep of ambulance.
• Transports patients to proper facilities and prepares reports on patient's conditions.
• Respond to rescue scenes and assist in extrication of trapped or injured persons.
• Assist and participate in department trainings.
• Perform daily maintenance duties of EMS stations and equipment.
• Supervise staff in the absence of Paramedic/Shift Supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Ambulance procedures

Geography knowledge

Decision making

Multitasking

Independent work

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Project management

Time management

Public interaction

Mathematical calculations

Professional demeanor

Education

2 Year Degree

Job description

• Location 1105 E. 22nd St.,Hays, KS, 67601,United States
• Base Pay $71,843.00 - $113,526.00 / Year
• Other Compensation Opportunity for step/pay increase at six months. FLSA non-exempt.
• Job Category Full-time
• Employee Type Full Time Hourly
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Job Purpose and Objectives:

Responsible for responding to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate high-level care to the critically ill and injured and transporting the patient to a medical facility. This position is distinguishable from that of an EMT in that the position requires further certification and can perform specialized medical treatment and administer drugs.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, and counsels
• Responds to ambulance calls and assists in providing emergency medical treatment
• Drives, inventories, replaces stock and maintains upkeep of ambulance
• Transports patients to proper facilities and prepares reports on patient's conditions
• Responds to rescue scenes and assists in extrication of trapped or injured persons
• Assists and participates in/with department trainings
• Performs daily maintenance duties, including cleaning all areas of the EMS Stations
• Performs station and equipment maintenance, if able and knowledgeable of what needs fixed
• Supervises subordinate personnel in the absence of Paramedic/Shift Supervisor and/or Paramedic/Shift Lieutenant
• Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
• Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary
• Complies with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
• Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools, and other aids as required or needed
• Protects and maintains any confidential information, whether oral, written, or electronic

Position Requirements:

• 1. High school diploma or other equivalent
• 2. One year of ambulance and emergency medical care experience required (AEMT)
• 3. Three years in ambulance and emergency care experience (Paramedic)

Certifications / Licenses:

• 1. State of Kansas Certification as Paramedic
• 2. Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• 3. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS), within (1) year of hire or promotion
• 4. Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS or PEPP), within (1) year of hire or promotion
• 5. NIMS/ICS Training - Introduction level 100 & 700, within (6) months of hire
• 6. Valid Driver's License

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• 1. Knowledge of emergency medical care and ambulance procedures
• 2. Knowledge of city and county geography
• 3. Ability to analyze field situations and determine appropriate action
• 4. Ability to drive an ambulance, operate radio equipment, splinting equipment, medical equipment, and other related equipment
• 5. Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• 6. Ability to fulfill all duties with minimal supervision and to work independently
• 7. Assess situations rapidly and make logical decisions in a timely manner
• 8. Analyze facts and exercise sound judgment
• 9. Ability to effectively manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously
• 10. Strong written and verbal communication skills
• 11. Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• 12. Strong math, spelling, computer, and calculator abilities
• 13. Ability to communicate in a professional, calm, and courteous manner with the general public and employees

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is primarily heavy strenuous physical activity in lifting patients, climbing, crawling, bending, or other necessary actions to find and assist the injured. The ability to express or exchange ideas by various means of communication, including conveying and receiving detailed or important instructions and from other workers and the general public, is required. Must be able to pass physical agility test. Must be able to crawl, crouch, feel, grasp, handle, hear, lift, kneel, pull, reach, stoop, talk, see, and walk.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work performed in this position includes physical effort and exposure to infectious diseases when working as a technician.

Summary

PARAMEDIC-EMS Department:Pay grade 31F2, Step 1 starts at $21.51/hour (~$71,843.40/year) with an opportunity for a step advancement at 6 months.

Full-time positions work 24 hour shifts from 8a-8a and typically follow a Kelly Schedule