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Civilian EMT
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Seiu_White_Collar
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EMT
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S18
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Hourly
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$20.28
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$25.86
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$31.44
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Job Description
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Performs specialized work involved in the paraprofessional delivery of emergency medical services and transportation of ill or injured persons to medical facilities, as may be required. Must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment, proper application of medical protocols, and adherence to established performance standards. Work is performed under the general supervision of the EMS Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain current State of Florida EMT Certification as a requirement of continued employment. Must pass background check which includes polygraph.
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Responsibilities
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EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
*Operates emergency medical ambulance vehicles.
* Responds to medical emergencies and performs basic and assists with advanced life support functions.
* Performs emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State, and Departmental guidelines.
* Documents patient’s care according to specific policies. Demonstrate awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
* Transports patients to emergency medical facilities, reports observations and actions to emergency medical staff, and may provide additional emergency treatment.
* Provides extensive pre-hospital care such as assisting with administration of drugs orally and intravenously, assisting with endotracheal intubation, interpreting electrocardiograms (EKG’s), and using monitors and other complex equipment.
* Replaces used supplies and checks equipment after transport.
* Decontaminates the interior of emergency vehicle, as appropriate per standards, and immediately reports case to the proper authorities.
* Performs routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies supervisors of deficiencies.
* Attends and participates in computer simulations and drill training ground sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance.
* Communicates and interacts effectively with co-workers and the public.
* Performs other duties, as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Considerable knowledge of emergency medical services.
* Knowledge of basic life support emergency medical techniques and equipment.
* Knowledge of Federal and State regulations applicable to the delivery of EMS and patient care.
* Ability to remain calm and provide effective patient care under stressful conditions.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co- workers, medical facility staff, patients and general public.
* Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
* Ability and physical capacity to accomplish physical demands of the job.
* Ability to operate/drive emergency ambulance vehicle.
* Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Ability to work twelve (12) hour shifts
* Ability to work mandatory overtime.
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