Deployment PositionsParamedicUp to $8,100 per week*Recruits are expected to be within 8 hours of driving distance to Jacksonville, FLDuties and Responsibilities:- Provides emergency and non-emergency ambulance operations in conjunction with a partner, demonstrates excellent driving judgment and regard for public safety during operation and positioning of unit.
- Responds to all assigned calls in the most appropriate, safe and efficient manner to quickly assess the scene and request other help if needed.
- Provides BLS patient care in accordance with established procedures and prescribed local protocols and clinical practices. Diagnoses and treats patients with appropriate techniques, resources and equipment.
- Provide ALS operations, providing overall care in the areas of patient assessment, packaging and transport.
- Completes appropriate medical records and transportation reports.
- Maintains a thorough working knowledge of current EMT standards of care, including equipment function and use.
- Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.
- Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS Representatives, hospitals and public.
- Maintains a thorough working knowledge of local geography, including mapping, street, and grid book systems.
- Maintains units and equipment in a clean, organized and ready condition after each response.
- Ensures proper fuel, fluid, and tire pressure levels at all times.
- Promptly reports equipment damage or malfunctions as prescribed.
- Completes all station duties and maintains crew quarters in clean conditions.
- Maintaining a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and professional, pleasant and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact with while on duty.
- Must be willing to deploy a varying amount of extended time (ex: 10-20 day stretch)
- Must be able to report to duty within 8 hours of notification
Minimum Requirements:- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High School diploma or general educations degree (GED)
- Must be able to communicate and understand English verbally and in writing
Licenses and Certifications (must be valid, current and/or in good standing)
- Valid FL Driver's License
- EMT-P
- EVOC
- ACLS
- FEMA certification (ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, and Intro to HazMat)
Competencies: Competency in advanced life support skills as defined by the State, the Medical Director(s), and Medical Standards.
