Paramedic 40 Hour

Salary: $23.73 Hourly
Location : 33982, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2024-00061
Department: Public Safety
Division: Fire/EMS
Opening Date: 02/16/2024
Closing Date: 4/12/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: IAFF
General Summary & Essential Responsibilities
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This is trained and experienced Emergency Medical Technician work performing advanced life-saving techniques in emergency situations, as well as support of firefighting activities in a non-combat role. Incumbents may act as lead worker with Emergency Medical Technician personnel who may be assigned to their vehicle.
We offer a very competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage ($26/month for employee only)
• Employee Health Clinic that offers Primary, Acute/Urgent Care, prescription dispensing, labs performed on site, digital x-rays, stress tests and EKGs, and health risk assessments
• Florida Retirement System (8 years vesting for pension plan/1 year vesting for investment plan)
• Highly Recognized Wellness at Work Program (up to $500 incentive deposited to an HRA account for participation in annual wellness program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Eleven recognized and observed annual paid holidays, plus additional personal holiday hours, during each fiscal year.
• Accrual of annual (vacation) leave and sick leave
• Training and Professional Development

For a full list of benefits please visit: https://www.charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits.stml
10-12 hour rescues (Day shift)
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs orderly and systematic evaluations and examinations of scenes and patients.
• Provides care, treatment, and transport in accordance with the knowledge and skills of a certified Paramedic under the provisions of Chapter 401 F.S. and Florida Administrative Code 64J-1.
• Administers advanced emergency medical procedures following approved protocols.
• Responds to emergencies and performs related functions as required.
• Supports firefighting activities in a non-combat role.
• Completes reports and records.
• Ensures that all supplies, equipment, and apparatus are sufficient, operational, and properly maintained.
• Attends and participates in company drills and training sessions.

Min. Education, Licenses and Certifications
Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent.
Licenses and/or Certificates:

• Certificate of Completion from a State of Florida EMS/HRS certified training center or equivalent as approved by EMS/HRS.
• Current certification by the State of Florida as a Paramedic.
• Successful completion and maintenance of an American Heart Association BLS card.
• Successful completion and maintenance of an American Heart Association ACLS card.
• E.V.O.C. certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Possession of a State of Florida driver's license (Class E minimum).
• Successful completion of Fire Academy and Florida State certification as a FFII may be required after hire at discretion of the Fire Chief.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of advanced emergency medical practices, procedures, techniques, and protocols in accordance with the United States Department of Transportation advanced training program.
• Knowledge of all standards as set forth by the State of Florida in Florida Statutes, Chapter 401 and Florida Administrative Code 64J-1 relative to function.
• Knowledge and ability to successfully pass a comprehensive orientation and testing process approved by the Medical Director.
• Mechanical Aptitude and ability to operate relatively complex equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
• Ability to successfully pass physical agility tests and to frequently lift more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of duties and methods within a reasonable training period. Willingness to learn new methods and techniques.
• Must be a non-smoking person if hired on or after October 1, 1988.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions: Work is exposed to outdoor weather conditions or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights, and/or dust.
Risk/Safety Conditions: The position requires exposure to risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, assault and battery, communicable disease, etc.).
Physical Activities: Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception, climbing.
DISCLAIMER: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Charlotte County is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans' Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer.
Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees. Please click on the link below to view information about our benefits.
https://www.charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits.stml
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"I hereby acknowledge that I have read and completely understand the job description for the position"

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Please indicate your level of education below:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher Education
• None of the above

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Please select your residency :

• Charlotte County Resident
• Other

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Do you currently have an A.C.L.S. Provider Certification?

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• No

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Do you currently have or could obtain an approved 16 hour E.V.O.C Certification?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently have a valid State of Florida Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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Do you hold a current State of Florida Paramedic certification?

• YES
• NO

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Has your driver's license been suspended within the last twelve (12) months due to a moving violation?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any outstanding traffic warrants?

• Yes
• No

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In the past twenty four (24) months, have you used or puchsed any illegal drugs/substances?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever forged or altered a drug prescription?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever been convicted of any of the following offenses? If so, please check all that apply below:

• Larceny
• Bad Checks
• Embezzlement
• Crimes against person/property
• Crimes against children
• Crimes against public decency
• Domestic Violence incidents
• Use of verbal or physical abuse or violence towards others
• Use of physical force to resolve disputes
• Harassment
• Threats
• Intimidation
• None of the above

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Have you driven under the influence of alcohol and/or illegal drugs in the last three (3) years? Please check all that apply below:

• Alcohol
• Illegal Drugs
• I have not driven under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the last three (3) years.

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Has your driver's license been suspended or revoked for driving under the influence or reckless driving within the past thirty-six (36) months?

• Yes
• No

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Please identify all the job related knowledge, skills and abilities you possess:

• A thorough knowledge and practical ability to perform the duties and medical practices as detailed in the EMT curriculum and the standards as set forth by the State of Florida.
• Thorough knowledge of emergency medical practices, procedures, techniques and protocols.
• Thorough understanding of the methods and principles of fire fighting, fire prevention, rescue and first aid techniques.
• Knowledge of all standards as set forth by the State of Florida in Florida Statutes, Chapter 401, and Florida Administrative Code 64J-1 relative to function.
• Knowledge of all Firefighter duty standards as set forth by N.F.P.A. 1001.
• Ability to make sound judgments concerning the proper use of emergency medical aid.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Administers advanced emergency medical procedures following approved protocols.
• Supervises and assists in any and all aspects of patient care including on-scene transport and delivery to the emergency room.
• Works as part of a medical team with the hospital emergency room during observance of patient condition and performing emergency treatment.
• Firefighting duties may include but are not limited to those of operating and making both efficient and effective use of all apparatus and equipment, assisting in firefighting, rescue, and all other emergencies as well as fire prevention activities, inspection, training and other related duties as directed.
• Routine station duties and care and maintenance of department property and equipment including minor mechanical repair and maintenance of all equipment.

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Did you intentionally omit or falsify any places of employment from this application that you feel would disqualify you for the position.

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• No

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Did you intentionally omit or falsify any facts from any of these questions or on your application that you feel might disqualify you from the position?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have working as a credentialed paramedic (released with full privileges by the Medical Director)?

• 0 - 6 months
• 7 months - 1 year
• 2 - 4 years
• 5 - 7 years
• 8 or more years

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