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Reserve EMT

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Volunteer

Job Number

02240

Department

Paramedics

Opening Date

06/24/2024

Closing Date

7/10/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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General Summary

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/)

HIRING PROCESS - RESERVE EMT VOLUNTEER POSITION

What is a Reserve and what is the job requirement for this volunteer position?

A Reserve is an EMT or AEMT volunteer. A non-paying position. The job requirements are the same as a full-time EMT or AEMT position. If you are selected as a Reserve, it provides you the opportunity to work with Paramedics and learn the EMS system. Reserves are encouraged to attend all educational training we provide, and we recommend each volunteer commit 36 hours each month.

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 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" EMT Card and/or,

• National Registry EMT and/or,

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

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

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides medical care including evaluation, treatment, and stabilization to the ill and injured.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) has certification and licensure as an EMT and provides basic-level life support under the direction of a paramedic.

Essential Functions

• Provides efficient and effective medical care to the ill and injured;

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

• Maintains communication with necessary parties including dispatch, hospital, police and fire personnel;

• Maintains Patient Care Reports, files and forms;

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

• Cleans and maintains equipment, vehicles and living quarters.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with technical rescues;

• Performs other related functions as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Must possess and maintain State licensure as an EMT;

• Must attend sufficient continuing education classes and courses both on and off duty to maintain EMT certification, as required by the State of Idaho;

• Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification;

• 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;

• Ability to perform technical medical skills with a high degree of accuracy;

• Ability to understand and effectively deal with emotional and medical needs of patients;

• 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 in pre-hospital care;

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

• 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 at all times 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 the 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.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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I acknowledge that I'm applying for Reserve EMT which is an unpaid, volunteer position.

• Yes

• No

  02

  I acknowledge that reserves are recommended to commit 36 hours to the job each month.

• Yes

• No

  03

  Have you ever been convicted of a felony act?

• Yes

• No

  04

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

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3 or more

  05

  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

  07

  Do you hold National Registry Certification, State Licensure, or State Certification as an EMT?

• Yes

• No

  08

  Where did you complete your EMT training?

  09

  How many years of experience do you have as an EMT?

  10

  What led you to pursue a career in EMS?

  11

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

  12

  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.

  13

  Why are you seeking employment with Ada County Paramedics?

  14

  What professional and personal 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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