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Location : County of Santa Barbara - All locations, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-0464-01 (O/FR)
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 11/10/2023
Closing Date: 12/1/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
*Notice of Change: This recruitment will now close on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST.
EMT Transport - Peak shift: $19.74 - $24.00 Hourly
EMT Transport - 24 hour shift: $16.45 - $20.00 Hourly
EMT Transport (class title: Ambulance Operator-Emergency Medical Technician) consists of three (3) shifts: 8 hours, 10 hours, and 24 hour shift. Shifts will be scheduled per the needs of the department.
NOTE: hourly pay based on 24 hour shift; overtime pay after 40 hours; most assignments are 56 hour work-weeks.
BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits, SEIU Local 620 Union representation per bargaining unit #24 ()
THE POSITION: Under direct supervision, an Ambulance Operator - Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT) is responsible for responding to emergency and non-Emergency Medical aid requests; providing clinically competent basic life support care to ill and injured persons within the scope of EMT I certification; operating an ambulance; providing patient transport services to appropriate facilities; and performing related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is characterized by having primary responsibility for providing basic medical care and transport of patients within the EMT I scope of practice. Incumbents are required to make critical decisions that impact the safety, well-being, or life of patients and other prehospital responders. This classification is distinguished from the Ambulance Operator - Paramedic classification in that the latter performs more advanced medical care and functions within the scope of the required Paramedic licensure. This is a non-safety/non-firefighting classification.
Examples of Duties
The following education requirements are highly desirable (however, if employees are hired into this classification without these educational requirements, they must successfully complete them during the hiring process or new hire orientation training):
Ability to: provide basic medical care to the ill and injured within the scope of EMT I certification; handle a high volume of emergency calls with tact, good judgment, and courtesy; safely and effectively operate an emergency vehicle under normal and emergency response conditions; read maps and learn County geography and street layouts; work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environments; exercise strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and organizational skills; be attentive to detail; work cooperatively with other employees and medical agencies to provide the highest level of patient care; work under such adverse conditions as working outdoors in inclement weather, exposure to bodily fluids, etc.; read and interpret all required documents and write required reports and correspondence, including patient care reports (PCRs), both electronic and paper based; understand and follow oral and written directions; communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely, orally, in writing, and on the radio; consistently deliver outstanding customer service to all internal and external patients and customers; lift and carry heavy objects as well as move and transport patients; perform moderate and heavy physical activities for prolonged periods; maintain a professional manner and appearance at all times; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals, including but not limited to coworkers, supervisors, patients, patient families, customers and other professional agencies (law enforcement, fire departments, hospital personnel, etc.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking Assessment and Oral Board Exam to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER: Live Scan and Background Check: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: 11/27/2023 at 4:59 PM PST; postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.
If you have any questions, please email Alexandria White at amwhite@countyofsb.org
Retirement Plans
Location : County of Santa Barbara - All locations, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-0464-01 (O/FR)
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 11/10/2023
Closing Date: 12/1/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
*Notice of Change: This recruitment will now close on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST.
EMT Transport - Peak shift: $19.74 - $24.00 Hourly
EMT Transport - 24 hour shift: $16.45 - $20.00 Hourly
EMT Transport (class title: Ambulance Operator-Emergency Medical Technician) consists of three (3) shifts: 8 hours, 10 hours, and 24 hour shift. Shifts will be scheduled per the needs of the department.
NOTE: hourly pay based on 24 hour shift; overtime pay after 40 hours; most assignments are 56 hour work-weeks.
BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits, SEIU Local 620 Union representation per bargaining unit #24 ()
- Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
- Holidays: 13 days per year
- Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year
- Health Plan: Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium
- On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age of 5
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Uniform Allowance
- Retirement reciprocity
THE POSITION: Under direct supervision, an Ambulance Operator - Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT) is responsible for responding to emergency and non-Emergency Medical aid requests; providing clinically competent basic life support care to ill and injured persons within the scope of EMT I certification; operating an ambulance; providing patient transport services to appropriate facilities; and performing related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is characterized by having primary responsibility for providing basic medical care and transport of patients within the EMT I scope of practice. Incumbents are required to make critical decisions that impact the safety, well-being, or life of patients and other prehospital responders. This classification is distinguished from the Ambulance Operator - Paramedic classification in that the latter performs more advanced medical care and functions within the scope of the required Paramedic licensure. This is a non-safety/non-firefighting classification.
Examples of Duties
- Responds to emergency calls as part of an emergency response team; provides basic Emergency Medical care to the ill and injured in accordance with Santa Barbara County and State of California policies and protocols and within the scope of EMT I certification; provides basic life support, rescue, and first aid to patients; obtains and records patients' vital signs and circumstances of the emergency; and assists paramedics, nurses, and other emergency personnel in providing medical care and with the preparation of advanced life support equipment.
- Prepares a variety of records and reports; maintains confidentiality by following all federal, state, County, and city laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); and prepares reports of incidents for billing and other record-keeping purposes.
- Safely operates a County ambulance, and other vehicles as directed, to and from emergency scenes, adhering to related laws, regulations, and departmental policies; monitors a radio and operates communications equipment; and transports patients to hospital emergency rooms.
- Stays up to date on relevant rules, procedures, regulations, and protocols, including California State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) policies; participates in Emergency Medical services training and public education activities; and keeps abreast of department rules, regulations, procedures, and other training and job-related materials.
- Maintains vehicles in a state of readiness; participates in station and equipment maintenance activities; cleans and decontaminates equipment; and maintains and restocks the inventory of ambulance and station Emergency Medical services supplies.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; AND,
- Must possess and maintain a current and valid California EMT I (Basic) certificate or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certificate; AND,
- Must possess and maintain a current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Professional certification provided by the American Heart Association, or a Local Emergency Medical Services Agency (LEMSA)-approved equivalent; AND,
- Must possess and maintain a current and valid Class "C" State of California Driver License with an acceptable driving history.
- Professional EMT experience.
- State of California Ambulance Driver Certification (DS61).
The following education requirements are highly desirable (however, if employees are hired into this classification without these educational requirements, they must successfully complete them during the hiring process or new hire orientation training):
- IS-100 course
- IS-200 course
- IS-700 course
- IS-800 course
- Introduction to Hazardous Materials course
- Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogen course
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator course
Ability to: provide basic medical care to the ill and injured within the scope of EMT I certification; handle a high volume of emergency calls with tact, good judgment, and courtesy; safely and effectively operate an emergency vehicle under normal and emergency response conditions; read maps and learn County geography and street layouts; work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environments; exercise strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and organizational skills; be attentive to detail; work cooperatively with other employees and medical agencies to provide the highest level of patient care; work under such adverse conditions as working outdoors in inclement weather, exposure to bodily fluids, etc.; read and interpret all required documents and write required reports and correspondence, including patient care reports (PCRs), both electronic and paper based; understand and follow oral and written directions; communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely, orally, in writing, and on the radio; consistently deliver outstanding customer service to all internal and external patients and customers; lift and carry heavy objects as well as move and transport patients; perform moderate and heavy physical activities for prolonged periods; maintain a professional manner and appearance at all times; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals, including but not limited to coworkers, supervisors, patients, patient families, customers and other professional agencies (law enforcement, fire departments, hospital personnel, etc.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
- Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
- Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored. You must pass this assessment in order to continue in the selection process.
- Oral Board Exam: The oral board examinations are tentatively scheduledforDecember 6 - 20, 2023. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligible list will be determined by the evaluations in the supplemental questionnaire ranking assessment and oral board examination.
Applicants must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking Assessment and Oral Board Exam to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER: Live Scan and Background Check: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: 11/27/2023 at 4:59 PM PST; postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.
If you have any questions, please email Alexandria White at amwhite@countyofsb.org
Retirement Plans
- Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
- Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
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- Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
- On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
- Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexitie...
