Paramedic/AEMT/EMT

Job Purpose and Objectives:
Responsible for responding to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured, and to transport the patient to a medical facility.

Essential Functions:
1. Responds to ambulance calls and assists in providing emergency medical treatment
2. Performs CPR, dresses and manages wounds, splint fractures, and administers oxygen
3. Transports patients to proper facilities and prepares reports on patients conditions
4. Drives, inventories, replaces stock, and maintains upkeep of ambulance
5. Rescues persons trapped in accident situations
6. Participates in training sessions
7. Maintains the station house and equipment
8. Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
9. Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary
10. Complies with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
11. Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools, and other aids as required or needed
12. 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 Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic
2. Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
3. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS), within (1) year of hire or promotion (AEMT & Paramedic)
4. Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS or PEPP), within (1) year of hire or promotion (AEMT & Paramedic)
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