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Field Paramedic (See Earning Potential)

Salary

$24.82 Hourly

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

02242

Department

Paramedics

Opening Date

06/24/2024

Closing Date

7/10/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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General Summary

Please Note: We are currently recruiting for our Paramedic position to establish an eligibility list. Those Paramedic applicants passing all job and testing requirements will be placed on an eligibility list for 6 months.

$24.82 Hourly + Earning Potential

This position is typically performed in 24-hour shifts or a combination of 12 and 24 hour shifts for an average of 56 hours per week on a rotating schedule . Based on this work schedule, your base wage and rate of $24.82, including overtime, has a potential earning of $82,610.94 annually.

COME JOIN A WINNING TEAM!

Ada County Paramedics has served the residents of Ada County as healthcare providers and patient advocates since 1975. Our expertise and genuine concern for the health and lives of all Ada County residents help shape our philosophy, which is based on a set of values we each adhere to: Humanity, Integrity, Trust, Excellence and Stewardship.

Learn more about Ada County Paramedics/EMS by visiting their website. Ada County Paramedics/EMS (https://adacounty.id.gov/paramedics/)

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.94% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing. This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

Hiring Process

Ada County Paramedics conducts a hiring exam in the spring and fall of each year for EMT, AEMT, Paramedic and Reserve positions. The hiring process consists of an online exam, a physical ability test, practical scenarios and an interview.

Please visit our website to review our hiring process: Ada County Paramedics Hiring Process and Timeline.

PLEASE NOTE: WHEN COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS AND LABEL THEM FOR EACH SPECIFIC ATTACHMENT. Fill out the application completely. This is required to be considered in submitting your application. See list below of required attachments.

ATTACHMENTS - Please add documents you have (please label accordingly):

• Current AHA BLS Provider Card

• Current "State of Idaho" or Paramedic Card and/or,

• National Registry Paramedic Card and/or,

• Paramedic Certification or Licensure from another state and the ability to get Idaho State licensure as a condition of employment.

• Current AHA ACLS or ACLS EP Card (Required for Paramedics)

• AHA PALS or ALS PEPP card (Required for Paramedics)

• Former Military Personnel ONLY: DD form 214, Report of Separation

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides advanced-level medical care including evaluation, treatment and stabilization to the ill and injured. A Paramedic has a comprehensive knowledge base and is able to diagnose and provide care for a broad range of medical emergencies.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

A Paramedic has certification and/or licensure as a Paramedic and provides advanced-level medical care.

Essential Functions

• Primary job functions require the possession and maintenance of State licensure as a Paramedic in addition to: Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Provides and directs efficient and effective medical care to the ill and injured;

• Respond to emergency medical incidents to provide and direct the prehospital basic and advanced life support treatment and transportation in compliance with clinical standards;

• Operates emergency vehicles and transports patients to appropriate medical facility;

• Communicates effectively with necessary parties including paramedic, dispatch, hospital, police and fire personnel;

• Participate in continuing training and instruction to include, emergency medicine, hazardous materials, disaster response, technical rescue, occupational safety practices, customer service and other pertinent subjects;

• Maintains Patient Care Reports, files and forms;

• Maintains records of vehicles, supplies, training and daily work;

• Ensures the quality and accuracy of care provided by EMTs;

• Cleans and maintains equipment, vehicles and living quarters.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides training to personnel;

• Performs technical rescues;

• Performs other related functions as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must maintain a high degree of academic and practical knowledge in emergency paramedicine, and must attend sufficient continuing education classes, courses and seminars both on and off duty to maintain paramedic certification, as required by the State of Idaho;

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;

• Knowledge of the street systems, addresses and physical layout of Ada County;

• Knowledge of rescue and emergency medical equipment;

• Skill in performing technical medical skills with a high degree of accuracy;

• Skill in understanding and effectively dealing with emotional and medical needs of patients;

• Skill in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of all units of measure;

• Ability to diagnose and treat a medical emergency with a high degree of accuracy;

• Ability to maintain a professional and objective approach to the care of ill or injured persons;

• Ability to learn new concepts in rescue techniques, medical skills and pre-hospital care;

• Ability to perform basic maintenance of rescue and medical equipment;

• Ability to read and interpret a variety of documents;

• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization and resources exist;

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and orders;

• Ability to maintain a professional attitude when representing the Department;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;

• Ability to safely drive and operate emergency vehicles;

• Ability to work twelve or twenty-four (12 or 24) hour shifts;

• Regular and punctual attendance is required to ensure timely and quality emergency response services.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing;

• The incumbent will be issued and must wear Department uniforms while on duty and be responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of both dress and safety uniforms, as well as all issued equipment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The incumbent is required to operate emergency medical vehicles, move medical equipment and extract injured persons from a wide variety of situations involving vehicular, industrial and residential accidents, injuries or illness;

• At times the work requires movement over various types of terrain (hilly, steep, rocky, rough, and/or wet/slippery surfaces);

• The incumbent must be able to carry or help carry someone from the site of the illness or injury to the mode of transportation (vehicle/helicopter) and attend to patient while in transport;

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance);

• The incumbent must see, hear and communicate with the patient in order to perform a physical assessment;

• Must have ability to work various shifts and hours including nights, weekends, and holidays;

• Work is typically performed in 24-hour shifts or combination of 12 and 24 hours.

DISCLAIMER:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits

• 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

• 401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

• Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

• Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

• 11 paid holidays per year

• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave

• Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

• Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

• 5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

• Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

• NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

• Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

• Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

• AFLAC

Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

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I acknowledge that I'm applying to be placed on a hiring list for the Paramedics.

• Yes

• No

  02

  I acknowledge that this position will require, on an average, a 56-hour work week on a rotating schedule. Hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek are paid at a rate of 1 1/2 times the regular hourly rate.

• Yes

• No

  03

  Have you ever been convicted of a felony act?

• Yes

• No

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  In the last three (3) years, how many at fault accidents have you had?

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3 or more

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  In the last three (3) years, have you been convicted of a major traffic violation? This includes: driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs; failure to stop/report an accident; reckless driving/speeding contest; driving while impaired; making a false accident report; attempting to elude law enforcement; homicide, manslaughter or assault arising out of the use of a vehicle; driving while license is suspended/revoked; or careless driving.

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you have a valid driver's license or ability to obtain one upon hire?

• Yes

• No

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  Do you hold National Registry Certification, State Licensure, or State Certification as a Paramedic?

• Yes

• No

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  Where did you complete your paramedic training?

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  How many years of experience do you have as a paramedic?

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  What led you to pursue a career in EMS?

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  What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses as an EMS provider?

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  Please describe the department and system in which you are currently employed, or those in which you have worked or volunteered. Include such aspects as demographics, run volume, shift schedules, crew configurations, scope of practice under medical control and/or standing, dispatch system, interaction with allied agencies, etc.

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  Why are you seeking employment with Ada County Paramedics?

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  What professional goals have you set for yourself, both in short and long term?

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Agency

Ada County

Department

Paramedics

Address

370 N. Benjamin Ln. Boise, Idaho, 83704

Website

www.adacounty.id.gov

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