Transport EMT & Paramedic
AdventHealth
Avon Park, FL
Transport EMT & Paramedic
Days & Nights Available
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Paid Days Off from Day One
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Days and Nights Available
Opportunities available at the following facilities:
AdventHealth Wesley Chapel
AdventHealth Sebring
AdventHealth Ocala
The role you’ll contribute:
Provides patients with support treatment, care, and evaluations prior to and during transportation.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
Utilizes appropriate medical equipment and comprehends injury/medical severity
Monitors patient conditions and aggregates data
Communicates findings and patient conditions to aligned registered nurses, paramedics, and personnel
Assists with patient mobilization, ambulation, and transport
Responsible for maintaining equipment between transports. Maintains the unit in a constant state of readiness
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
Graduated from an EMT program
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license required from the respective state board and/or respective state equivalent
Valid Class E State Driver’s License, or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), and driving record in accordance with facility policy.
Commercial Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO), or Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC), or Emergency Vehicle Operator Safety. Certificate must state 16 hours or an accompanying letter from the school certifying that the course taken and completed was 16 hours
Paramedic & EMT Openings Available
Charleston County EMS
Charleston, SC
The motto of Charleston County EMS is “We Care”. We are an EMS system that relies on Innovation, Trust, Compassion, Respect and Dedication to provide empathetic and compassionate customer service and excellent medical care to our community of citizens and visitors. If you have the commitment to help others and want to have a career that makes a difference, now is your opportunity to join one of the finest EMS departments in the nation. Charleston County EMS offers a variety of work schedules that are both static and dynamic. In our normal schedules, forced overtime is not used; although in times of disasters or high public demand, schedules and obligations may change.
Charleston County offers a full complement of benefits including:
3% longevity increases after years 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, with merit increases annually thereafter (Council approved) based on performance evaluations
Medical and dental benefits for employee and family
Retirement
Deferred compensation (including 401k and 457 plans)
Optional life and disability coverage
The application should be filled out completely and all required certifications and documents should be uploaded/attached to the application. Any questions regarding the application or hiring process can be directed to (843) 202-6700. Questions regrading our department can be directed to emsjobs@charlestoncounty.org or (843) 202-6708.
PARAMEDIC HOURLY RANGE: $28.70
AEMT HIRING HOURLY RATE: $20.10
EMT HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19.52 – $20.10
OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Candidates must be able to: drive an emergency vehicle; have excellent communications skills (in person, over the radio/telephone, and written); work varying shift schedules including day shift, night shift, hybrid shifts including weekends and holidays; perform a wide variety of duties with accuracy and speed under pressure; provide patient care to the respective certification level; follow safety protocols and perform in a safe manner; able to understand navigation equipment and tools, including maps, and be able find locations within our response area; perform calmly in emergency situations; and other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Required certifications and licensure: (please attach to your application)
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Certification
Ability to possess and maintain a South Carolina Paramedic, AEMT, or EMT Certification
BLS (AHA or ASHI)
High School Diploma or GED (College degree or transcript may be used)
ICS course certifications 100, 200, 700 and 800 (Required within 3 months of hire)
Paramedic Candidates also need:
ACLS (AHA or ASHI)
ITLS or PHTLS or TECC (preferred)
PEPP or PALS or EPC (preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge must include but is not limited to, laws and regulations of US DOT, FCC, DEA and SCDHEC in regard to the practice of emergency medical services, vehicle extrication and rescue principles, patient stabilization, medical terminology, and defensive driving techniques.
EMT, AEMT, and Paramedics are responsible for providing life support care up to their certification level. All employees are responsible for communicating appropriately, ensuring the readiness of vehicles and equipment, maintaining uniforms and stations, attending training, and following safety and medical guidelines.
Deputy Chief of EMS Training and Operations
Fitch Rona EMS District
Verona, WI
The Deputy Chief of Training and Operations assists the Chief in coordinating the daily operations of the EMS District. As one of two Deputy Chiefs, they assist the Chief in the evaluation of staff performance and directing quality assurance and improvement activities to ensure quality patient and best practices in EMS operations. They will guide training, protocol, and procedure development in collaboration with providers, the Chief, and the Medical Director. They will assist the Chief in the daily management of the district which may include, but is not limited to staff scheduling, supply management, and maintenance concerns. They may liaise with County agencies, district municipalities, and the EMS Commission to represent district interests, and may respond to emergencies to provide operational or medical support. They may be asked to assume the role of the Chief in his or her absence.
The position is primarily a 40-hour, weekday position; However, the Deputy Chief frequently may need to attend evening meetings, council, board meetings, and weekend events, and is responsible for 24-hour Officer-In-Charge (OIC) duties for the department that are shared with the Chief and the Deputy Chief of Administration. OIC duties require the Deputy Chief to be available by phone, within 15 minutes, to manage issues that may arise outside of scheduled admin hours.
This position reports to the EMS Chief.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Directs and coordinates the operations of the EMS District in cooperation with the EMS Chief. This includes planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all activities of the department.
Provides direct supervision of the full-time paramedics, LTE paramedics, EMTs and interns.
Develops and implements policies and procedures.
Ensures compliance with HIPPA Guidelines.
Ensures that the EMS Service and all personnel meet applicable Federal, State, and local requirements.
Works with the Medical Director to develop department medical direction goals and medical protocols.
Responds to EMS calls and performs supervisor functions or appropriate first aid, lifesaving, and rescue techniques as needed.
Works with local union members to develop a fair and equitable work environment for the benefit of the employees and the district.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Position-specific Duties and Responsibilities
Works collaboratively with the Deputy Chief of Administration and the Medical Director on quality assurance/improvement of field skills and assessments.
Assists in coordinating scheduling, purchasing, and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, and supply inventory.
Manages training, in cooperation with the shift lieutenants, for field providers and partner agencies.
Develops Incident Action Plans (IAP) for events within the district and liaison with community partners for EMS support of other area events, such as participation in events at the Alliant Energy Center.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages and directs the actions of responders and office manager as a representative of the Chief. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting with interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies
Supports continuous learning
Demonstrates proficiency in prehospital medicine
Proficient with technology
Exhibits effectual problem solving
Demonstrates effective communication skills
Fosters cooperation
Promotes organizational change and vision
Exhibits solid leadership skills
Demonstrates conflict resolution
Embraces diversity and equal opportunity
Exhibits a strong ethical and moral compass
Education and Experience:
Associate degree, or higher
Graduate of an accredited paramedic program
Seven years of field experience as a full-time paramedic
Five years of supervisory experience, preferred.
Computer Skills:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Familiarity with inventory management software (i.e OperativeIQ)
Familiarity with patient records management software (i.e. Imagetrend Elite)
Maintain the following certifications and licenses:
Licensed State of Wisconsin Paramedic, or eligible for reciprocity
American Heart Association BLS CPR, or equivalent
American Heart Association ACLS, or equivalent
Valid State driver’s license
Maintain insurability with the department’s insurance carrier
NIMS 100,200,300,400,700,800 (within one year of hire)
EVOC/CEVO (within 6 months of hire)
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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 250 pounds with assistance.
The applicant must successfully complete a physical agility test (PAT) as part of the application process. The test can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JNVXFoFY_M
Drug Testing:
Drug and Alcohol testing will be conducted as part of the hiring process and in accordance with established policies thereafter.
