Paramedic

Paramedic

The Paramedic serves as a critical member of the Tuskegee University Public Safety Division and is responsible for providing emergency medical response services, supporting emergency preparedness efforts, and protecting the health, safety, and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position supports campus operations through emergency response, event coverage, training, and collaboration with public safety and emergency response partners. This position is designated as Essential Personnel.

Respond to emergency and non-emergency medical incidents throughout campus. Provide emergency medical care consistent with certification level and Alabama EMS protocols. Support athletic events, student activities, commencement ceremonies, and special events. Coordinate response efforts with University Police, local law enforcement agencies, fire departments, EMS providers, hospitals, emergency management agencies, and mutual aid partners. Participate in campus emergency preparedness planning, drills, exercises, and incident command activities. Complete patient care reports, incident reports, and required documentation accurately and timely. Maintain emergency medical equipment, medications, supplies, and response readiness. Maintain required certifications, licensure, and continuing education requirements. Serve as an essential employee during emergencies, weather events, campus closures, and operational disruptions. Perform other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED required. Current Alabama Paramedic License issued by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Office of EMS and Trauma. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification. Valid Alabama Driver's License with acceptable driving record. Minimum of two (2) years of emergency medical services experience. Preferred Competencies National Registry Paramedic (NRP) Certification. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification. Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Certification or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Certification. Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Certification. FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100 and 200 Certifications. National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700 and 800 Certifications. CPR/AED Instructor Certification. Experience in higher education, hospital emergency departments, municipal EMS, or fire rescue operations.

Ability to lift, carry, move, and transport patients, medical equipment, and emergency response supplies. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and work on uneven surfaces for extended periods. Ability to operate emergency medical equipment and perform lifesaving procedures. Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to assess patient conditions, monitor medical equipment, identify hazards, and communicate effectively. Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to maintain physical stamina necessary to respond to multiple incidents and prolonged emergency operations.

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