Paramedic-Senior III Alt

Advanced Life Support Paramedic

Responsible for the provision of advanced life support prehospital emergency care to ill or injured persons. Provides age specific and culturally appropriate patient care through knowledge of growth and development. Is in charge of patient care given by ambulance crew and provides supervision for non-paramedic crewmembers and first responders. Performs special management functions for department and reports to EMS Director. Provides leadership for department and serves as preceptor for training new employees and paramedic students. Presents and maintains positive image of department operations. Assists with supervisory role in department management by performing periodic assessments of the system. Also performs special rescue functions as directed.

Education, Certification/Experience Requirements:

• High school graduate or GED
• Associates degree in EMT or diploma from paramedic program meeting DOT guidelines
• Valid driver's license with good driving record
• Minimum of 6 years' experience as paramedic (Minimum of 12 months with Spartanburg EMS)
• In lieu of 6 years: Associate degree in EMS requires 5 years experience. Bachelor's Degree in EMS requires 5 years experience

Must maintain current certifications and specialized training in the following:

• National Registry Paramedic
• AHA ACLS Certification
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• AHA BLS certificate
• Hurst Tool Extrication certificate
• HAZ MAT Response certification
• EVOC Driving Certification

Must meet and maintain active status on any two EMS Special Teams. Must be able to meet all entry criteria and pass annual qualification requirements for special team. In addition, employee must meet and maintain all certifications and requirements for Senior Paramedic I and Senior Paramedic II.

• Special Rescue Team (Dive / High Angle Rescue)
• Swat Medic Team
• Community Relations Team
• Quality Assurance Team
• EMS Advisory Team
• Shift Training Team