Paramedic I - Emergency Medical Service

Fort Bend County; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Certified Paramedic to deliver emergency pre-hospital care, manage ambulance readiness, and keep medical supplies stocked. You will support incident response, maintain territory maps, and work with a team under the EMS program.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Paramedic certification, and 6 months of full-time employment as a paramedic; we offer competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and Paramedic certification required.
• 6 months of full-time paramedic experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with the public, colleagues and officials.
• Good organizational skills and ability to complete projects.
• Applicants must pass Fort Bend County EMS entrance written and skills examination.
• Willingness to be on emergency call-in as needed.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provides emergency pre-hospital medical care.
• Prepares necessary reports as required.
• Maintains ambulance inventory of medical supplies.
• Maintains condition of ambulance and station.
• Maintains territory maps and updates as needed.
• Acts as lead person on unit when required.
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with duties.
• Signs for and is held accountable for equipment used.
• Participates in emergency management activities during local disasters.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Emergency medical services

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Certified Paramedic

Job description

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the \"quality of life\" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Provides emergency pre-hospital medical care.
• Prepares necessary reports as required.
• Maintains emergency vehicle inventory of medical supplies.
• Maintains condition of ambulance and station.
• Maintains territory maps and updates as needed.
• Acts as lead person on unit when required.
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties.
• Signs for and is held accountable for equipment used.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma/GED; Certified Paramedic.
• 6 months full time employment as a paramedic.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
• Organizational skills and ability to complete projects.
• Applicants must pass the Fort Bend County Emergency Medical Services entrance written and skills examination.
• Available for emergency call-in as needed.
• Valid Driver's License.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $25.24 - $31.55 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling positions

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.