PARAMEDIC - PART TIME

A part-time medical employee is an hourly, at-will employee who reports directly to a Battalion Chief or Lieutenant following the chain of command and who is responsible for rendering emergency medical care and being an upstanding representative of the District. Job Requirements **THIS POSITION IS FOR PART-TIME ONLY - CANDIDATES MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO WORK (2) TWO 12-HOUR SHIFTS EACH WEEK, OR BE ASSIGNED TO SHIFTS ON A SET SCHEDULE OF (2) TWO 12-HOUR SHIFTS EACH WEEK THAT FOLLOWS OUR FULL-TIME 48/96 SHIFT SCHEDULE*** ***IMPORTANT ITEMS*** Watch your emails for communications. Application Received with timestamp no later than 1600 on March 20th, 2026: Candidate will receive email within 5 business days with instructions for scheduling virtual interviews. Administrative Interview: Virtual meeting with RTAD administration Peer Interview: Virtual meeting with RTAD field personnel QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position. A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1. One (1) year previous experience as an EMS medical provider preferred. 2. Associates degree in related field of education preferred. B. JOB KNOWLEDGE 1. A thorough understanding of the individual’s role in emergency medical care 2. Competent knowledge of District policies and protocols 3. Ability to operate and drive ambulances and other emergency vehicles C. SKILLS 1. Communicate effectively in a diverse range of audiences and settings 2. Maintain order in an environment of changing priorities, possess a self-motivated attitude and function as a leader 3. Negotiate solutions to conflicts and problems 4. Assess operational needs 5. Effectively manage time to achieve desired results and minimize stress 6. Maintain an effective working relationship with representatives from outside agencies, fellow employees, subordinate personnel and the general public. 7. Problem Solve - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gather and analyze information skillfully; Develop alternative solutions; Work well in-group problem solving situations; Use reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 8. Use Interpersonal Skills - Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; maintain confidentiality; Listen to others without interrupting; Keep emotions under control; Remain open to others' ideas and try new things. 9. Oral Communication - Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; Respond well to questions; Demonstrate group presentation skills; Participate in meetings. 10. Written Communication - Write clearly and informatively; Edit work for spelling and grammar; Vary writing style to meet needs; Present numerical data effectively; and Read and interpret written information. 11. Teamwork - Balance team and individual responsibilities; Exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; Give and welcome feedback; Contribute to building a positive team spirit; Put success of team above own interests; and Be able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. 12. Judgment - Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process; Make timely decisions. 13. Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner; React well under pressure; Treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accept responsibility for own actions; and Follow through on commitments. Language - Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Write correspondence, and effectively present information in one-on-one situations, small group situations and to third parties and employees of the organization. 14. Mathematical – Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Perform clinical calculations, compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. 15. Computer – Knowledge of internet software. Ability to write Patient Care Reports on laptop computers. 16. Other – Thorough understanding of EMS system, personnel management. D. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (where applicable) 1. Provider certification in BLS, ACLS, PHTLS or ITLS, and PALS 2. Valid driver's license. 3. Valid Missouri Paramedic license Additional Information TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A. READINESS - Strives to maintain their ambulance, crew, and station in a state of operational readiness. Assures preparedness and quality of medical equipment. Cleans and maintains shared District equipment and facilities. B. RESPONSE - Responds to emergency calls and transfers in a timely manner as dictated by response guidelines. C. PROFESSIONALLY administers treatment to patients and truthfully documents Patient Care Reports completed in compliance with medical control guidelines. D. TRAINING - Constantly seeks to improve knowledge and attends required trainings. E. REPRESENTS themselves, and the District, in a manner that reflects well upon either’s reputation. Interacts positively with coworkers, the public, other responding agencies, and other healthcare staff. Settles disputes using conflict resolution skills. F. COMPLETES additional, reasonable tasks assigned by a Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Chief, or the Chief. EXPECTATIONS A. HOURLY REQUIREMENTS 1. Part Time a. 24-36 hours per week b. Assigned to a crew and follows the same schedule worked as that crew on a 12- hour basis, generally 8am to 8pm. c. Responsible for working holidays and will be compensated the same as other members of the crew as approved by the Board of Directors. d. May work additional hours with approval. B. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE 1. Upon Successful completion of orientation, all Part Time personnel will be issued a pair of duty pants, a t-shirt, a polo, and a sweatshirt. 2. After one year of employment, each Part Time employee will be given a prorated uniform allowance equal to $25.00 per month until January 1st of the next calendar year. On January 1st, each Part Time employee will be given a $300.00 allowance. C. NON-COMPLIANCE 1. Part Time a. All Part Time status employees will be granted 72 hours of unpaid excused absences or deviations from the requirements per calendar year. This gives the ability to “call in” in the event of illness or family hardship. You may also swap shifts with other Part Time employees following the hourly restrictions set forth in this policy. b. In the event that a Part Time employee is non-compliant with hourly requirements, the Part Time employee may be subject to disciplinary actions up to and including separation of employment. D. TRAINING & EDUCATION 1. All Part Time employees are expected to maintain the minimum certifications for employment listed within this policy. 2. All Part Time employees are expected to complete the assigned online training in the time allowed for completion. 3. Part Time employees not meeting the minimum certifications will not be allowed to work until they are completed and will be subject to the hourly requirements set forth in EXPECTATIONS, Part C: Noncompliance above. In addition, any noncompliance will result in the employee not receiving the next step raise. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands & fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. This requirement includes, but is not limited to, an ability to occasionally perform the following: reaching above the shoulders; reaching below the shoulders and to the floor; pushing and pulling. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move heavy objects, ascending/descending stairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions; the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. COMPENSATION A. PART TIME employees are paid hourly and subject to overtime rules. B. PAYSCALES for each position are set and approved by the Board of Directors on an annual basis. This position of Rock Township Ambulance District is on an “at-will” basis, which means that the employee and or the Rock Township Ambulance District may discontinue this designation at any time, with or without notice or cause. Rock Township Ambulance District upholds federal, state, and local laws that protect employees and job applicants from discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, veteran status, marital status, or any other non-merit based factors protected by federal, state, or local law. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT, AUTHORIZATION, AND RELEASE: In applying for this position with submitting an application: I certify that my answers and information contained in my application are true and correct, and further understand that any information withheld or falsely provided by me above, and/or in connection with my application for employment will subject me to immediate termination of employment. I believe that information concerning my personal habits, conduct, deportment, as well as the information herein and above will assist me in obtaining employment with Rock Township Ambulance District. Therefore, in consideration for Rock Township Ambulance District’s act of considering me for employment, I hereby agree and hold harmless Rock Township Ambulance District, together with its officers, agents, and employees from any and all liability in any way related to the investigation of my suitability for employment with Rock Township Ambulance District, including, but not limited to any liability related to contact and/or discussions with any of my prior or current employers, relatives, and/or acquaintances (past and/or present). Moreover, I hereby authorize any person (natural or otherwise) to make full response to any inquiry in connection with my application for employment with Rock Township Ambulance District. I understand that any testing, interviews, or otherwise does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Furthermore, if I become employed by Rock Township Ambulance District, my employment will not be for any specific period, length, or term of employment. Rock Township Ambulance District is an “at-will” employer, which means that the employee may discontinue employment at any time, with or without notice or cause, and that Rock Township Ambulance District may discontinue employment on the same grounds. I further understand that only the Rock Township Ambulance District Board of Directors has the authority to commit to employment to anyone for any definite or estimated period of time. I agree that if I am guaranteed employment by anyone other than Rock Township Ambulance District Board of Directors for any definite or estimated period of time, I will immediately report this occurrence in writing to the Chief of the Rock Township Ambulance District. Posted: Tue, March 03, 2026 Location: Rock Township Ambulance District #J-18808-Ljbffr