PARAMEDIC

Paramedic Position

Within this position an employee works independently in providing high level of emergency care by responding to emergency calls for a variety of illnesses and injuries. Performs basic and advanced life support, stabilization procedures and emergency medical care at the Paramedic level of training and certification and performs equipment operation duties on a twenty-four hour shift providing EMS services for the county. This posting will be used to fill both full-time and on-call positions. Applicants may be considered for either type of position based on departmental needs and availability. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responds to emergency calls for medical illnesses, traumatic injuries, vehicle crashes, fires, and natural or man-made disasters.
• Responds with a partner EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic to life threatening conditions, stabilizes and treats symptoms of medical illness or injuries and continuously monitors the condition of the patient until the patient is transferred to hospital personnel.
• Monitors, maintains and inspects ambulance units for readiness, ensuring required equipment and related inventory are available and ready for use and that the vehicle is clean and disinfected.
• Operates emergency medical vehicle to and from scene, determining most efficient route.
• Records patient care data and information, obtaining demographic data from patients, information regarding medical conditions and/or illnesses, current medication use and medication allergy information. Documents patient reactions to treatment; and/or related information.
• Initiates patient treatment and care utilizing initial protocol treatment based on patient condition, which may include: operating manual cardiac defibrillator, performing basic or advanced airway management; initiating intravenous or intraosseous access, administering medications, and performing other related activities.
• Transports and transfers patients timely and safely by utilizing stretcher, ambulance mounted stretcher loading system, and other related patient movement devices and techniques.
• Prepares patient care reports, which involves documenting medical conditions and activities applied to patients, using a mobile computer or tablet device. This includes ensuring documentation is complete for NC Office of Emergency Medical Services data collection and meeting billing documentation requirements.
• Maintains contact with and communicates with dispatch personnel and/or patient receiving facilities, utilizing applicable communication equipment.
• Initiates advanced and basic life support by following protocols and physician orders.
• Communicates medical conditions with patients, family members and applicable medical staff.
• Drives an ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Secures and disposes of biohazardous waste.
• Attends continuing education and other programs to maintain clinical knowledge and certification requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as trained and assigned.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required, and some experience as a Paramedic; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer Skills: Prior experience with data entry and computers preferred. Prior Microsoft Windows usage preferred. License/Credentials: Possession of a valid NC driver's license is required. Certification by the State of North Carolina as a Paramedic. Required to attend mandatory continuing education sessions provided by the department.

Skills & Abilities

Physical Demands Stand C, Walk C, Sit C, Manually Manipulate F, Reach Outward F, Reach Above Shoulder F, Climb O, Crawl O

Benefits

Health Insurance - Full-time employees are eligible for medical/health (Cigna Insurance) benefits upon the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Dental Benefit - Alamance County offers one dental insurance (Delta Dental) plan for FT employees at no cost. Vision Insurance - A voluntary vision program (Superior Vision) is available to FT employees. Voluntary Benefits: Alamance County Government provides a variety of voluntary health related benefits (Voya) to allow employees to purchase protection from what life may bring. Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance is the amount of one times the annual salary (no greater than $70,000) is provided for all FT employees. Additional coverage is available for purchase through payroll deductions for employee and eligible dependents. Retirement Benefits - Membership in the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS) is a requirement for all full-time and regular part-time employees (working more than 1,000 hours annually). Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. Time Off Accruals: Vacation Time – Annual Leave is accrued based on years of service. Employees can accrue from 10-25 days per year. Sick Time – All County full time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year. County Observed Holidays – Alamance County will observe the State of North Carolina Holiday Schedule. Wellness Benefits & Programming: Employee Assistance Program: The confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through a local provider can help you with things like stress, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, legal issues, parenting questions, financial counseling and dependent care resources. Best of all it's free for County employees and available for your household to utilize. Alamance County Employee Health Center: Available to employees and spouses who are covered under the Alamance County Insurance Plan and their covered dependents, 18 years of age and older. Retired employees under age 65 are also eligible to use the health center. Depending on insurance coverage elected, care at the clinic ranges from free to a fair market value cost. Services Available: Treatment of injuries or illnesses such as flu, sinus Infection, pink eye, sprains, strains or fever. Monitor chronic conditions (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Health Disease, Asthma, etc...) Assistance with finding a Primary Care Provider Health Education and Counseling Triage and referrals to specialists when appropriate. Alamance County provides a variety of additional benefits including bereavement pay, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Leave to focus on work-life balance initiatives, Volunteer Time Off (paid time) opportunities to be a part of the Alamance Community, to opportunities for professional certification pay. Employee Fitness Center: Alamance County encourages all employees to maintain a healthy lifestyle both at home and at work. In support of this philosophy an Employee Fitness Center is available for all County employees to use at their convenience during non-work hours and is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday-Sunday. This center includes weight training equipment, cardio equipment, a small aerobics room along with restrooms, changing room and lockers.