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Manatee County Emergency Medical Services
Bradenton, FL
This classification performs technical work in the provision of advanced emergency medical care and transportation under direction of a physician, by written protocol or direct communication, provides advanced emergency medical care (Advanced Life Support – ALS) for the sick and injured as defined in Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code and local Medical Director authored protocols. Work requires extensive knowledge in Basic and Advanced Emergency Medical Care, Incident Command Management (ICS), basic rescue procedures, Basic Hazardous Materials Response, Emergency Vehicle Operations, patient handling techniques, Critical Incident Stress Management, thorough knowledge of the geography of Manatee County, and the ability to direct the work of others. Must pass department approved Agility Test. *Note: Safety Sensitive position requires random drug testing.
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SCHEDULES: 12 HOUR OR 24 ON / 48 OFF
Relocation assistance available.
Working Conditions
Indoor/ Outdoor environment; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Ability to lift equipment up to 100 lbs alone and rescue a patient up to 180 pounds, without assistance, without causing harm or aggravating injuries to others.
Job Duties
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls; provides emergency care including patient assessments, patient packaging and extrication, splinting, hemorrhage control, airway control, application of oxygen, and Advanced Life Support skills including, but not limited to, initiation of intravenous lines, administration of medications, electrical therapies, advanced airway procedures (oral/nasal intubation, rapid sequence intubation (RSI), cricothyrotomy and chest decompression) and intraosseous IO applications.
Performs and interprets ECGs (including 12-lead), with knowledge of treatment modalities for potentially life threatening dysrhythmias and follows procedure for transmitting the same via electronic means to area emergency departments.
Performs emergency rescue of entrapped patients and medical procedures with skill and sound judgment and meets challenges and adapts to unusual situations.
Inserts intravenous catheters into peripheral veins to include but not limited to the hand, forearm, ante-cubital and external jugular.
Accurately obtains patient vital signs including pulse, respirations, and ausculated blood pressure; ability to determine skin conditions and colors and treat accordingly.
Systematically performs a patient assessment (head-to-toe) and treats according to medical director approved protocol.
Able to operate an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) with skill and confidence.
Operates emergency vehicles in both emergency and non-emergency modes in a safe manner, obeying the laws and rules of the State of Florida and Manatee County. Maintains satisfactory driving record at all times.
Maintains emergency vehicles and equipment in a condition that permits the immediate delivery of emergency medical care and meets the inventory standards outlined by Manatee County EMS.
Assists in the maintenance and cleaning of facilities and vehicles.
Participates in individual or group training.
Learns the operation and use of new equipment and techniques; maintains expertise of equipment currently in use.
Completes accurate patient care reports, logs, records, and other reports as required.
Maintains extensive knowledge of the service area including, but not limited to, roadways and streets, schools, medical facilities, major businesses, and recreational areas.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate/equivalent. Associate’s degree in related field desired. Minimum of two (2) years of working experience as a paramedic in an ALS 911 system required. Experience shall have included decision making authority during patient care. Must be approved by Manatee County EMS Medical Director. Note: This excludes Manatee County EMS (MCEMS) employees progressing through the established career ladder. For these internal candidates MCEMS EMT experience may be included toward experience requirement.
Certifications/Licenses Required:
Certified Florida Paramedic, Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (16 hour course). Incident Command Management Systems 100, , 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of hire. Valid driver’s license with valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
Director of Paramedic Programs
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA
The School of Health Sciences is seeking a director who will be responsible for the organization, administration, periodic review, continued development, and general effectiveness of the Paramedic Technology program.
Requirements
Minimum education and experience:
Graduate of an approved Paramedic program.
Bachelor’s degree, in a related discipline.
Five (5) years practical experience as a paramedic.
Credentialed as a Paramedic by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Nationally registered Paramedic (NR-P).
Registered to practice as a paramedic in Pennsylvania.
Teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
Minimum abilities and skills:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
Developed organizational skills.
Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty, health care professionals, and the public.
Sensitivity to the expectations of students, staff, faculty, health care professionals, and the public.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to establish positive rapport with health care industries and professionals.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Evidence of self-motivation, creativity, enthusiasm, and leadership.
Functional ability with microcomputers with mainframe applications.
Southern Nevada Health District
Las Vegas, NV
Under general supervision, to assist with approval and monitoring of training, certification and licensing of Emergency Medical Services providers; to assist with and inspect vehicles, drug and equipment inventories; and to maintain department records
Requirements
Education and Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade
Experience:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience with a licensed ambulance service or a minimum of three (3) years experience with a regulatory agency as an EMS Field Representative or supervisor; or equivalent Registered Nurse experience in pre-hospital care or emergency department supervision related to pre-hospital Emergency Medical Services performance and quality assurance review.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid current EMT-P or RN certification or licensure
Possession of a valid Nevada driver’s license
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid EMS Instructor Endorsement
Possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate, valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certifications
Paramedicine Clinical Instructor
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City, OK
Job Summary:
To serve as a clinical instructor for the Paramedicine degree program. Responsible for meeting with students at clinical sites and providing continuous on-site instruction for EMT and paramedic students.
Essential Job Functions:
Participates in the instruction of EMT and Paramedic lab courses.
Function under the direction of the Paramedicine Program Director.
Prepare lab for classes, help dismantle and clean up after lab activities.
Demonstrates the safe and proper use of lab equipment and hazardous or bio hazardous materials.
Provide leadership and positive role modeling for students.
Attend annual program meeting.
Perform other duties as assigned.
The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Resume and Cover Letter required for full consideration. Copies of all current certifications due upon hiring
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Education:
High school diploma
Work Experience:
Minimum of one year field experience with an EMS agency at license level to be taught.
Current National Registry of EMTs certification as an EMT or Paramedic.
Current Oklahoma EMT or Paramedic license.
AHA BLS Provider (or equivalent training approved by the paramedicine program).
AHA ACLS Provider (paramedic only) (or equivalent training approved by the paramedicine program).
AHA PALS/PEPP Provider (paramedic only) (or equivalent training approved by the paramedicine program).
Preferred Work Experience:
Previous teaching experience or field training.
Experience in education technology, simulation technology, or related area.
Familiarity with Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician,
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, and Paramedic registry skill and practices.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to educate and assist students with learning of the various skills necessary for EMS education.
Ability to evaluate student performance.
Ability to conduct formative and summative assessment of student learning.
Ability to create and maintain a positive learning environment, displaying and requiring professionalism in all clinical activities.
Ability to work collaboratively with EMS agency representatives on meeting program goals and learning outcomes.
Ability to multitask and coordinate multiple students in the clinical setting.
Ability to adapt and apply laboratory methods, practices and techniques.
Ability to follow health and safety procedures and regulations.
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision.
Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English. Requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail and Internet.
Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.
