Grand County Colorado
JOB DESCRIPTION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Paramedic
Department: EMS
Pay Grade: 111
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for administering advanced life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital settings.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Adheres to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Grand County Emergency Medical Services.
Treats all persons encountered in the line of duty with respect, dignity, and empathy.
Arrives to scheduled shifts fit for duty, prepared, well rested, and in required uniform.
Administers prescribed pre-hospital medical care, treatment, and skills at the Paramedic level as defined by GCEMS protocols.
Participates in internal and external continuing education, training, and professional development opportunities.
Effectively supervises and directs the clinical care of EMT or AEMT providers on scene.
Responds to assigned incidents and calls from the emergency medical dispatcher, and maintains continuous communications contact throughout shift.
Checks ambulances and/or quick response vehicles to ensure readiness, inspects vehicle's mechanical condition/readiness, emergency medical equipment, medications, and supplies.
Maintains station, vehicle, equipment cleanliness at all times; completes needed and assigned station duties and/or chores without direct supervision.
Maintains scheduled and access-controlled medications in accordance with departmental policy, medical director's protocol, state regulation, and federal law as applicable.
Monitors departmental communications methods including radio, e-mail, intranet, and computer aided dispatch systems throughout shift.; participates in ongoing communication with teammates and command staff on a regular basis.
Performs thorough assessments of all patients encountered; assesses the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures per protocol, and establishes the need for treatment, transport, and additional assistance.
Administers medical care within the scope of practice and Grand County EMS protocols in the out-of-hospital environment.
Observes and maintains knowledge of departmental protocols, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Accurately obtains and relays patient demographic information, vital statistics, and circumstances of EMS encounter.
Promptly, efficiently, and accurately completes reporting requirements in accordance with departmental policy and state regulation.
Effectively communicates with coworkers, supervisors, subordinates, medical facility staff, physicians, patients, family members, and bystanders.
Participates in orientation, development and mentoring of new employees.
Actively participates and supports community education, public relations, and outreach programs in the community.
Attends all mandatory training and department meetings, including quarterly staff meetings.
Assists in covering special events as periodically required by GCEMS command staff.
Actively participates in the Medical Director's Quality Management program; understands and demonstrates the importance of quality assurance and improvement as a healthcare professional.
Operates all Grand County EMS vehicles, equipment, and devices in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
Observes safety practices and utilizes required and/or necessary safety equipment in accordance with departmental, county, and industry standards or requirements.
Adheres to strict patient confidentiality guidelines, rules, regulations, and laws.
Maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education diploma (GED); and one (1) year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An Associate's Degree in Emergency Medical Services is preferred. Special Qualifications: Possession of a valid, State of Colorado driver's license. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Paramedic Certification, from National Registry of EMTs and Colorado Department of Health required. BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required. ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 required at time of hire. The employee is required to travel extensively with some trips to locations outside of the County that may require overnight stays. Approximately 4-6 in-state training sessions/meetings are attended per year. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skill in EMS, reading a map, general ambulance maintenance, trouble-shooting ambulance and equipment.
Skill in basic computer usage.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, medical professionals, and the general public.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, the public, supervisors and other County officials.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, this position also requires the ability to regularly sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; frequently climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste or smell; use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and long periods of work without rest or sleep. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to human bodily fluids and to dangerous work environment while attempting to rescue or provide medical care. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Emergency Medical Services providers function in an austere environment. The GCEMS team member may be required to provide or obtain immunizations necessary for the position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $67, $90,928.70 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person
Treats all persons encountered in the line of duty with respect, dignity, and empathy.
Arrives to scheduled shifts fit for duty, prepared, well rested, and in required uniform.
Administers prescribed pre-hospital medical care, treatment, and skills at the Paramedic level as defined by GCEMS protocols.
Participates in internal and external continuing education, training, and professional development opportunities.
Effectively supervises and directs the clinical care of EMT or AEMT providers on scene.
Responds to assigned incidents and calls from the emergency medical dispatcher, and maintains continuous communications contact throughout shift.
Checks ambulances and/or quick response vehicles to ensure readiness, inspects vehicle's mechanical condition/readiness, emergency medical equipment, medications, and supplies.
Maintains station, vehicle, equipment cleanliness at all times; completes needed and assigned station duties and/or chores without direct supervision.
Maintains scheduled and access-controlled medications in accordance with departmental policy, medical director's protocol, state regulation, and federal law as applicable.
Monitors departmental communications methods including radio, e-mail, intranet, and computer aided dispatch systems throughout shift.; participates in ongoing communication with teammates and command staff on a regular basis.
Performs thorough assessments of all patients encountered; assesses the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures per protocol, and establishes the need for treatment, transport, and additional assistance.
Administers medical care within the scope of practice and Grand County EMS protocols in the out-of-hospital environment.
Observes and maintains knowledge of departmental protocols, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Accurately obtains and relays patient demographic information, vital statistics, and circumstances of EMS encounter.
Promptly, efficiently, and accurately completes reporting requirements in accordance with departmental policy and state regulation.
Effectively communicates with coworkers, supervisors, subordinates, medical facility staff, physicians, patients, family members, and bystanders.
Participates in orientation, development and mentoring of new employees.
Actively participates and supports community education, public relations, and outreach programs in the community.
Attends all mandatory training and department meetings, including quarterly staff meetings.
Assists in covering special events as periodically required by GCEMS command staff.
Actively participates in the Medical Director's Quality Management program; understands and demonstrates the importance of quality assurance and improvement as a healthcare professional.
Operates all Grand County EMS vehicles, equipment, and devices in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
Observes safety practices and utilizes required and/or necessary safety equipment in accordance with departmental, county, and industry standards or requirements.
Adheres to strict patient confidentiality guidelines, rules, regulations, and laws.
Maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education diploma (GED); and one (1) year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An Associate's Degree in Emergency Medical Services is preferred. Special Qualifications: Possession of a valid, State of Colorado driver's license. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Paramedic Certification, from National Registry of EMTs and Colorado Department of Health required. BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required. ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 required at time of hire. The employee is required to travel extensively with some trips to locations outside of the County that may require overnight stays. Approximately 4-6 in-state training sessions/meetings are attended per year. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skill in EMS, reading a map, general ambulance maintenance, trouble-shooting ambulance and equipment.
Skill in basic computer usage.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, medical professionals, and the general public.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, the public, supervisors and other County officials.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, this position also requires the ability to regularly sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; frequently climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste or smell; use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and long periods of work without rest or sleep. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to human bodily fluids and to dangerous work environment while attempting to rescue or provide medical care. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Emergency Medical Services providers function in an austere environment. The GCEMS team member may be required to provide or obtain immunizations necessary for the position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $67, $90,928.70 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person