PARAMEDIC

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the EMS Captains, this position responds to emergency calls and performs tasks in support of Clear Creek EMS operations. PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES Ambulance Service Administration Assist with all Emergency Medical Services (EMS) activities, including daily activities including: equipment repair, replacement, maintenance, and acquisition; training; personnel; ALS equipment and supply maintenance. Assist with preparation of operational plans and grants, as directed by an EMS Captain. Assist with the timely and accurate processing of plans and grants, and other various reports. Participates in weekly training to maintain Critical Care paramedic-level clinical proficiency. Liaison with other community emergency service organizations and local governments. Attends staff meetings. Attends other meetings as necessary. Assist with of EMS certification requirements, inoculations and testing. Assist with the instruction and/or coordination of agency and community education and training, and attend mandatory trainings. Assist with Community Outreach activities Assist with state and federal regulation compliance issues. Participate in and help with Quality Improvement Program reviews. Perform other duties as assigned. Hourly – Average 56 hours worked per week. Work under the 48/96 schedule or equivalent (approximately 5-6 forty-eight hour shifts per month) with mandatory overtime (varies by week). Some duty schedule flexibility required. Perform in the capacity of an EMS Captain when needed. Emergency Medical Response Respond to emergency calls as needed within the Clear Creek Emergency Services District. Respond for mutual aid per mutual aid agreements. Utilizes additional resources such as air medical, law enforcement, fire departments, search and rescue, and CDOT. Provide critical care level emergency medical care to the sick and injured. Responds often in remote and austere environments using technical skills such as low-angle rope rescue and swift-water shore support. Responds via alternate response vehicles/methods, including hiking, snowmobile, UTV, snowcat, etc., in the backcountry setting. The response environment is often potentially hazardous, including avalanche areas, rock slide areas, backcountry rescues, and high-traffic highway environments. Follow all regulations identified in the County Personnel Policies and Departmental Standard Operating Guidelines. Work to promote a team-oriented environment with all members and other agencies by demonstrating an ability to work with others. Implement an Incident Command System in appropriate emergencies. Operates clinically utilizing extended care protocols for all patients. Care for and maintain equipment. Have a working knowledge of ambulance contents & equipment. Maintain ambulance readiness. Report and document problems on appropriate forms. Maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. Maintain certifications required by the State of Colorado, Physician Advisor, and CCEMS. Complete operational chores, reports, and other duties by the end of the shift. Maintain eligibility to participate in Medicare and state health care programs pursuant to the US Social Security Act or as otherwise provided by law, including Office of Inspector General regulations, and report any action suspending or terminating eligibility immediately to the EMS Captains. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION GED or High School Diploma CERTIFICATIONS & LICENCES Colorado Critical Care Endorsement within 1 year of hire State of Colorado Paramedic Certification without restrictions CPR (Healthcare Provider level) ACLS Certification PALS Certification preferred, required within one year of hire ICS 100, 200, 300, 700 and 800 preferred, required within one year of hire ICEVO, EVOS, or EVOC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES A self-motivated individual with the ability to complete assigned duties without direct supervision. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations to protect people and institutions. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or problem approaches. Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and do not interrupt at inappropriate times. The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). Actively looking for ways to help people. Requires excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to accurately and effectively transmit and receive information necessary to accomplish goals and objectives, including effective written and oral communication, keeping customers, subordinates, peers, and supervisors informed, and listening. Able to maintain courteous and effective working relationships with the public, county departments, co-workers, and other agencies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, organizational management systems, and patient care reporting systems. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Colorado Motor Vehicle Drivers License – without restriction or revocation Must be 21 years of age or older Must be eligible for supervision by a Physician Advisor Must pass a background check: Criminal and Traffic Conviction of a crime will not be an absolute bar to employment Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare and state health care programs as provided in the US Social Security Act, 42 USCA § 1320a-7, or as otherwise provided by law, at the time of hire and at all times thereafter. Required legal authorization to work such as United States citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Administrative: Works in office environment. Essential functions include oral comprehension, written comprehension, memorization, and mathematical reasoning. Employee must be able to sit for long periods, grasp, push, pull, and able lift and carry 10 to 30 pounds. Able to operate a variety of office equipment. Clear vision at 20 inches or less and up to 20 feet or more, use of corrective eyewear is acceptable. Paramedic: Very heavy physical demands including lifting of patients. Must be able to frequently lift and carry at least 50% of 250 lb. load (patient & stretcher) and medium to heavy weight equipment. Essential functions include frequent walking, bending, crouching, squatting, long periods of standing, pushing and pulling of patients and equipment. Additionally, occasional sitting, climbing, running, kneeling, and crawling may be required. Must be able to remain alert during 24-hour shifts including driving at any time during a shift. Must have hearing adequate to assess lung sounds and vital signs in loud environments. Vision must be sufficient for legal driving day or night. Must possess manual dexterity required to perform all of the medical treatment skills required of this position with little or no assistance. POSSIBLE HEALTH RISKS SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION This position has been determined to be an EXTREME exposure risk to "biohazards" associated with blood-borne pathogens HIV (aids), HAV (Hepatitis A) virus, HBV (hepatitis B) virus, and air-borne transmissions of TB (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposure to a "biohazard" may result in severe illness or death. Members are required by Department policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent or treat exposures to "biohazards". The County provides inoculation of HAV, HBV, (Testing for TB) Chickenpox, Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, & Pertussis), Meningococcal, MMR (Measles, Mumps & Rubella), and Influenza. Some vaccinations are only required once in a lifetime, and you may be required to show documentation of the vaccine. Employees who decline to be vaccinated will need to sign a Declination. SUPERVISORY Only serves as a guide or lead; however, may supervise when directed to do so by higher authority. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Clear Creek County provides reasonable job-related accommodations for disabled persons. #J-18808-Ljbffr