EMS EMT-Paramedic II
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government
- Louisville, KY
- $33.10 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Acts as liaison between agency management and employees regarding duties and instructions, scheduling and attendance, and staffing issues
Operates an emergency medical vehicleExamples of DutiesExamples of Work:UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION
Communicates instructions from management to employees
Instructs and coaches employees regarding methods, protocols and equipment
Recommends to management and oversees personnel and logistic changes per shift
Reports time and attendance irregularities and rules violations to agency management
Lifts, carries, and transports injured, sick or incapacitated persons from residential or accident scenes to medical facilities
Restores, defibrillates and stabilizes heart rhythm on pulseless, nonbreathing patients
Monitors cardiac patients using an electrocardiograph machine
Administers injections of medications and drugs according to established protocols
Initiates intravenous fluids to administer medications and drugs, or to replace fluids lacking in the body
Performs endotracheal intubation to open airways and ventilate patients
Inflates pneumatic anti-shock garment on patient to improve blood circulation
Observes, records and reports to a physician the patient's condition, reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents
Obtains information from persons involved, examines victims and determines nature, extent or magnitude of illness or injury to establish emergency medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance
Stabilizes, immobilizes, lifts and moves victims from scene of accident
Communicates with professional medical personnel at emergency treatment facility to obtain instructions regarding treatment and to arrange for reception of victims at medical treatment facilities
Operates a specially equipped emergency medical vehicle to respond to accidents and to transport injured or ill persons to a medical facility
FIELD TRAINING OFFICER DUTIES
Assists management in preparing and developing training programs and materials
Conducts training programs and provides technical assistance and instruction regarding medical treatment, medical protocol, quality assurance, policies and procedures, regulations and ordinances
Monitors the work and progress of new hires, emergency medical technicians, emergency medical technician-paramedic trainees, interns, students in training program and other employees involved in emergency medical services
Ensures that proper medical protocol is being followed by the on-the-scene medical crew or after the run by retrospective review
Ensures that ambulances are stocked and cleaned; and documents, forms, and other paperwork are completed timely
ADDITIONAL PARAMEDIC INSTRUCTOR DUTIES
Coordinates and teaches training courses, including EMT-P, EMT-B and EMT-FR courses; EMT-P, EMT-B and EMT-FR continuing education courses; and community CPR, First Aid and EMS Awareness courses
Performs related workMinimum RequirementsPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions:Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
Lifts and carries items weighing in excess of 100 pounds in a team settingMinimum Requirements:High school diploma or the equivalentThree years of certified paramedic experienceOther Minimums:Must pass an annual medical examination as mandated by OSHA
Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment
Must work a varied schedule
Completion of a paramedic training course approved by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Must be certified as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic in the State of Kentucky
Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA
Must not have any disciplinary action considered a major offense in the previous year
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's licenseSpecial Requirements:INSTRUCTOR
Must be certified as a CPR Instructor in Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association or obtain within one year of employment
Must be certified as a First Aid Instructor by the American Heart Association or the National Safety Council or obtain within one year of employment
Must be certified as an EMS Instructor, Level II, in the State of Kentucky or obtain within one year of employment
Must be certified as an EMS Instructor, Level III, in the State of Kentucky or obtain within one year of employmentLouisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.
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