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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician #1836 - Emergency Medical Services - Publi
Government Jobs, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37402
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Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently in the event of a crisis, disaster, or other public emergency. Hamilton County EMS maintains a call system to store contact information and mobilize staff in the event of an emergency. All Hamilton County EMS employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should an emergency need arise. During a public emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. Please note, during a public emergency, work hours for any and all Hamilton County EMS employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community. This posting is for the 24/72 shift schedule. The base hours for this position are: 1,872 regular hours and 312 hours of mandatory scheduled overtime hours due to the 24/72 shift schedule. Mandatory overtime will be paid at time and a half. Under close supervision, provides emergency, pre-hospital care and transportation to the critically injured or ill within the parameters of the license/certification. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Minimum qualifications: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application. Possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. Possess a current TN AEMT License or be Nationally Registered and eligible for Tennessee licensure prior to employment. Must possess a valid driver's license, Class D in Tennessee, or the equivalent from the employee's state of residence. This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicants for this position must pass: 1) A physical ability test to determine their ability to perform required physical job duties; 2) A written exam determining medical knowledge and decision-making abilities; 3) An oral interview to evaluate poise, presentation, and verbal skills. Must be able to obtain certification in Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided by the County and maintain certification. Incumbents must be able to obtain and retain all certifications and licenses required by the State of Tennessee. Physical requirements: Work requires good physical fitness with the ability to function effectively in heavy and cumbersome protective gear; the ability to lift and carry heavy, bulky items, equipment, materials, supplies, and people weighing up to 150 pounds (300 pounds as a 2-person team) in unpredictable weather conditions over varying terrain. There is also a risk of bodily harm and potential exposure to infectious diseases, toxic fumes, and chemicals. The position requires significant physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes. Additional information: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime hours reflected in this position are mandatory but may be subject to change based on business needs and community service needs. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. Hamilton County Government Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play! Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits
take a look at a few of those highlighted below On-Site Employee Health Clinic No copay to utilize clinic services. Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more. TextCare - Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message. Telehealth - Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options. One to One Provider Network
Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost. Health Management Programs
Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol) Nutritional guidance
Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices. On-Site Employee Pharmacy Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan. Over the counter items offered at cost. RxLocal App
Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions. On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information. Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees. Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus). Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO. Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees. Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows: Individual Short-Term Disability (STD) -Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) Flexible Spending AccountHealth Care -Flexible Spending AccountDept. Care Flexible Spending AccountTransportation -Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance -Hospital Indemnity Insurance Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees: Pension
Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%. Pension
Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%. 401K
Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice. 457b
Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose. Pre-Retirement Seminar: Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include: Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling. Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire. Estate Planning. Personal Financial Planning. TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service)
Ham. County Pension. Deferred Compensation/457 Plan
Nationwide. Social Security Benefits. Parental Leave: Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care. Paid Time Off: Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment. Years 1
5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 5
10: an employee will accrue 6.77 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 1115: an employee will accrue 8.31 hours of leave, per pay period. Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period. At each anniversary, an employee can
Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently in the event of a crisis, disaster, or other public emergency. Hamilton County EMS maintains a call system to store contact information and mobilize staff in the event of an emergency. All Hamilton County EMS employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should an emergency need arise. During a public emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. Please note, during a public emergency, work hours for any and all Hamilton County EMS employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community. This posting is for the 24/72 shift schedule. The base hours for this position are: 1,872 regular hours and 312 hours of mandatory scheduled overtime hours due to the 24/72 shift schedule. Mandatory overtime will be paid at time and a half. Under close supervision, provides emergency, pre-hospital care and transportation to the critically injured or ill within the parameters of the license/certification. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Minimum qualifications: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application. Possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. Possess a current TN AEMT License or be Nationally Registered and eligible for Tennessee licensure prior to employment. Must possess a valid driver's license, Class D in Tennessee, or the equivalent from the employee's state of residence. This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicants for this position must pass: 1) A physical ability test to determine their ability to perform required physical job duties; 2) A written exam determining medical knowledge and decision-making abilities; 3) An oral interview to evaluate poise, presentation, and verbal skills. Must be able to obtain certification in Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided by the County and maintain certification. Incumbents must be able to obtain and retain all certifications and licenses required by the State of Tennessee. Physical requirements: Work requires good physical fitness with the ability to function effectively in heavy and cumbersome protective gear; the ability to lift and carry heavy, bulky items, equipment, materials, supplies, and people weighing up to 150 pounds (300 pounds as a 2-person team) in unpredictable weather conditions over varying terrain. There is also a risk of bodily harm and potential exposure to infectious diseases, toxic fumes, and chemicals. The position requires significant physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes. Additional information: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime hours reflected in this position are mandatory but may be subject to change based on business needs and community service needs. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. Hamilton County Government Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play! Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits
take a look at a few of those highlighted below On-Site Employee Health Clinic No copay to utilize clinic services. Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more. TextCare - Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message. Telehealth - Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options. One to One Provider Network
Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost. Health Management Programs
Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol) Nutritional guidance
Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices. On-Site Employee Pharmacy Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan. Over the counter items offered at cost. RxLocal App
Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions. On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information. Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees. Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus). Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO. Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees. Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows: Individual Short-Term Disability (STD) -Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) Flexible Spending AccountHealth Care -Flexible Spending AccountDept. Care Flexible Spending AccountTransportation -Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance -Hospital Indemnity Insurance Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees: Pension
Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%. Pension
Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%. 401K
Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice. 457b
Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose. Pre-Retirement Seminar: Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include: Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling. Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire. Estate Planning. Personal Financial Planning. TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service)
Ham. County Pension. Deferred Compensation/457 Plan
Nationwide. Social Security Benefits. Parental Leave: Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care. Paid Time Off: Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment. Years 1
5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 5
10: an employee will accrue 6.77 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 1115: an employee will accrue 8.31 hours of leave, per pay period. Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period. At each anniversary, an employee can