Mono County, CA
Emergency Medical Technician - Reserve
Mono County, CA, Bridgeport, California, United States, 93517
Salary:
$16.00 Hourly
Location :
Bridgeport, CA
Job Type:
On-Call
Job Number:
202300026
Department:
Emergency Medical Services
Opening Date:
06/29/2023
Bargaining Unit:
N/A
Description
DEFINITION
: To render skilled and technical life saving techniques to those in need of assistance; assist paramedics in performance of advance life support; to operate and maintain assigned rescue vehicle and decentralized ambulance station.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : Incumbents in the Emergency Medical Technician classification are in possession of an EMT 1A license from the State of California and ICEMA.
Examples of Duties
DUTIES
include but are
not
limited to the following: Working at assigned station with one partner on a twenty-four-hour shift. Provide Basic Life Support and/or assist with Advanced Life Support treatment to victims, in accordance with California State and ICEMA Region EMT 1A Scope of Practice. Performs necessary medical treatment and assists in patient extrication from vehicles involved in traffic collisions or accidents, sometimes with assistance from other agencies, such as Mono County Sheriff's Office, Mono County Search and Rescue, local Fire Departments, United States Forest Service and others. Responds into the back county by foot, vehicle, helicopter or by whatever means necessary to render treatment. Operates rescue unit in presence of inclement weather, road closures, and possible avalanche danger. Complete paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Perform over-the-side rescues of victims as trained. Responds to the fire ground to treat victims of fire, explosions, or building collapse. Assists with fire ground duties as assigned and trained.
Typical Qualifications
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
:
Knowledge of
: Previous 911 ambulance experience (preferred). EMT 1A Scope of Practice as defined and required by the State of California. BLS protocols as required by the local certifying agency (ICEMA). Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Emergency medical techniques; rescue techniques. Defensive driving. Vehicle and equipment maintenance. Recordkeeping procedures and methods of documentation.
Ability and willingness to
: Perform functions of the local EMS Agency EMT 1A Scope of Practice. Become certified as a CPR and First Aid Instructor. Learn the geography of the local area. Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations and people accurately. Prepare concise written reports and complete all required clerical duties. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Maintain vehicles and medical and non-medical equipment. Work harmoniously with partners and those contacted in the course of work. Be on call for 24 hours, 48 hours or as scheduled. Work stand-by shifts (may be less than 24 hours).
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
:
Certificate from college or technical school and/or training as an EMT 1A.
Special Requirements
:
(1) Possession of valid EMT license from State of California.
(2) Possession of a valid Driver's license.
(4) Possession of valid Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider card from American Heart Association or Red Cross. (5) Ability to pass extensive criminal background check. Supplemental Information
Online written exam CPAT or Physical Fitness Evaluation
This position is not eligible for benefits.
$16.00 Hourly
Location :
Bridgeport, CA
Job Type:
On-Call
Job Number:
202300026
Department:
Emergency Medical Services
Opening Date:
06/29/2023
Bargaining Unit:
N/A
Description
DEFINITION
: To render skilled and technical life saving techniques to those in need of assistance; assist paramedics in performance of advance life support; to operate and maintain assigned rescue vehicle and decentralized ambulance station.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : Incumbents in the Emergency Medical Technician classification are in possession of an EMT 1A license from the State of California and ICEMA.
Examples of Duties
DUTIES
include but are
not
limited to the following: Working at assigned station with one partner on a twenty-four-hour shift. Provide Basic Life Support and/or assist with Advanced Life Support treatment to victims, in accordance with California State and ICEMA Region EMT 1A Scope of Practice. Performs necessary medical treatment and assists in patient extrication from vehicles involved in traffic collisions or accidents, sometimes with assistance from other agencies, such as Mono County Sheriff's Office, Mono County Search and Rescue, local Fire Departments, United States Forest Service and others. Responds into the back county by foot, vehicle, helicopter or by whatever means necessary to render treatment. Operates rescue unit in presence of inclement weather, road closures, and possible avalanche danger. Complete paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Perform over-the-side rescues of victims as trained. Responds to the fire ground to treat victims of fire, explosions, or building collapse. Assists with fire ground duties as assigned and trained.
Typical Qualifications
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
:
Knowledge of
: Previous 911 ambulance experience (preferred). EMT 1A Scope of Practice as defined and required by the State of California. BLS protocols as required by the local certifying agency (ICEMA). Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Emergency medical techniques; rescue techniques. Defensive driving. Vehicle and equipment maintenance. Recordkeeping procedures and methods of documentation.
Ability and willingness to
: Perform functions of the local EMS Agency EMT 1A Scope of Practice. Become certified as a CPR and First Aid Instructor. Learn the geography of the local area. Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations and people accurately. Prepare concise written reports and complete all required clerical duties. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Maintain vehicles and medical and non-medical equipment. Work harmoniously with partners and those contacted in the course of work. Be on call for 24 hours, 48 hours or as scheduled. Work stand-by shifts (may be less than 24 hours).
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
:
Certificate from college or technical school and/or training as an EMT 1A.
Special Requirements
:
(1) Possession of valid EMT license from State of California.
(2) Possession of a valid Driver's license.
(4) Possession of valid Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider card from American Heart Association or Red Cross. (5) Ability to pass extensive criminal background check. Supplemental Information
Online written exam CPAT or Physical Fitness Evaluation
This position is not eligible for benefits.