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County of Volusia, FL

Paramedic - Emergency Medical Services- Part-time or Intermittent

County of Volusia, FL, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646


Salary:

See Position Description

Location :

FL. 32117, FL

Job Type:

Part-Time

Job Number:

24-00216

Department:

Emergency Services

Opening Date:

06/18/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Major Functions

This is a great time to join our Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Team! We are seeking

Part Time

and Intermitten

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Paramedic candidates to provide pre-hospital basic and advanced life support care and transport for the ill or injured throughout Volusia County.

The preferred candidate , having met the minimum requirements, will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a paramedic in a 9-1-1 based system or Emergency Room (ER) setting or be currently employed by Volusia County EMS as an EMT.

Hiring Range

TRAINEE PARAMEDIC :

$20.2793 - $21.0905

CLEARED PARAMEDIC: 22.9493 - $23.8673 Hourly

Experience Pay for new hires with verified pre-hospital related experience:

1 to 2 years full-time experience = 1% above starting rate3 to 5 years full-time experience = 2% above starting rate6+ years full-time experience = 4% above starting rateCandidates with less than 1 year verified pre-hospital related experience can expect an offer at the minimum.

Shift Differential

Employees assigned will receive an additional $1.25 per hour for hours worked between 10pm and 4am which will increase to $1.85 per hour on October 1, 2023.

*Note:

All Paramedics will be in a trainee status and paid accordingly until they are cleared by the Volusia County Emergency Medical Services (VCEMS) Medical Director and cleared to function as a lead paramedic on a VCEMS ambulance through the internal clearing process.

NOTE: NOTE: *Please attach any of the following certifications to your application that you currently possess*

Paramedic Certification-FloridaBLS Provider CardACLS Provider CardICS-100ICS-200ICS-700Driver's License - Florida PreferredIllustrative Duties

( NOTE:

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

Perform assessment and treatment consistent with the United States Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for Emergency Medical Technician - Basic and Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic pursuant to and in accordance with standing orders promulgated by the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Medical Director or his or her designee.Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment utilized for pre-hospital assessment and care.Operates vehicles in accordance with state law and prevailing standards.Acquires, manages, and protects privileged health information in accordance with state and federal laws.Performs timely medical and billing documentation accurately and comprehensibly to ensure completion of the record of patient care and, when present, provides evidence of medical necessity for purposes of billing.Prepares and completes other reports and documents as necessary (e.g. controlled substance accountability logs, etc.).Maintains all credentials required by the state and the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Medical Director.Provides direction to the Emergency Medical Technicians.Testifies in court (e.g. murder trial, DUI, chain of custody) and gives depositions.May provide clinical oversight and written evaluations for students/trainees from affiliated emergency medical service training programs.Interacts with patients, coworkers, peers, other health care providers, and the public in a professional and considerate manner.Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.Responds to all emergency situations as directed.Must adhere to all Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.May be assigned to other locations based upon operational needs.Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements

Graduation from high school or completion of a GED.

The preferred candidate

will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a paramedic in a 9-1-1 based system or Emergency Room (ER) setting or be currently employed by Volusia County EMS as an EMT.

NOTE: *Please attach any of the following certifications to your application that you currently possess*

Paramedic Certification-FloridaBLS Provider CardACLS Provider CardICS-100ICS-200ICS-700Drivers License - Florida PreferredClick here

for information on testing and employment requirements .

Must currently possess and maintain:

A valid class E Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.A Florida paramedic certification.A certificate indicating completion of a sixteen (16) hour emergency vehicle operations course, or equivalent, which meets or exceeds the requirements of the State of Florida within 30 days of hire.A valid advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) credential as permitted by the Florida Department of Health.An American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) provider card or American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic Life Support (ARC CPR BLS) card.An AHA Basic Trauma Life Support Prehospital Trauma Life Support (BTLS/PHTLS) card within one (1) year of hire.A Pediatric Education for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one (1) year of hire.Approval by the Emergency Medical Services Medical Director to practice as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P).Must provide proof of completion (certificates) for the following Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) training courses prior to hire:

IS-100.c - Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100

IS-200.c - Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response

IS-700.b - An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

These courses are available at no cost and can be completed through the following website:

https://training.fema.gov/is/crslist.aspx

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Employment will be contingent upon the candidate successfully passing a pre-employment background check.Must successfully complete the division's physical assessment prior to hire or promotion and if hired, continue to successfully complete the assessment on an annual basis.Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record that doesn't preclude them from employment.Must not be excluded from participating as a health care provider in insurance programs including, but not limited to, Medicare and Medicaid prior to and during employment at the County of Volusia.Note: All employees covered hereunder shall be non-tobacco users and nicotine free at the time of hire as a condition of employment and shall be required, as an absolute condition of continued employment, to refrain from smoking cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or use of any type of tobacco products of any kind at all times, whether on or off duty.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate, both written and orally.Ability to understand written and verbal orders and implement appropriately.Knowledge of Florida safety requirements and privileges when responding to non-emergency and emergency calls.Knowledge of Florida traffic and driving regulations.Skilled in electronic patient care reporting, electrocardiogram transmission, wired and wireless computer networks, two-way radios, and cellular devices.Skilled in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all equipment utilized for prehospital assessment and care.Skilled in the operation of vehicles in accordance with state law and prevailing standards.Skilled in the defensive driving of an emergency transport vehicle.The Paramedic has an inferred fiduciary responsibility as it relates to a patient's needs for emergency medical care, perceived need to access social services, and fiscal obligations as they relate to out-of-hospital care and transport.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to work under stressful situations.Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.ADA REQUIREMENTS

Physical demands : Heavy to very heavy work. Lifting in excess of 100 pounds, prolonged sitting, standing, balancing, bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, finger dexterity, kneeling, reaching, walking, traversing uneven ground, hearing, talking, smelling, and visual acuity of depth perception, peripheral vision, and clarity in daytime and night time conditions to allow for driving and other activities associated with prehospital medical care.

Environmental demands:

Ability to tolerate prolonged periods in indoor and outdoor environments including, but not limited to, excessive cold, excessive heat, inclement weather, humidity, rain, wind, vibration, noise, water exposure, fumes/odors, physical hazards, and potential for exposure to blood/bodily secretions and pathogens.

Mental demands:

Ability to appropriately and professionally interact with ill and injured persons. Read and comprehend instructions, letters, journals, maps, and physician's instruction. Write complex sentences and reports. Verbally relay information to others and speak extemporaneously. Perform advanced mathematical calculations pertinent to job performance.

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

HEALTH INSURANCE

MedicalDentalVisionFlexible Spending AccountRETIREMENT

Florida Retirement System (FRS)Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE

Life InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceCancer InsuranceCritical Illness Insurance

PAID TIME OFF

Personal LeaveHolidaysBereavementMilitary

HOLIDAYSThe County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:

New Year's DayMartin Luther King DayGood FridayMemorial DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans DayThanksgiving (and day after)Christmas

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Tuition ReimbursementOnsite Wellness/Fitness CenterComputer Purchase ProgramDirect Deposit Payroll

Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.

01

NOTE:

Your response to the following supplemental questions

must match the information in the work experience section

on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.

I have read and understand the above statement

02

Do you understand this is for Part Time or Intermittent positions only, not full time.

I understand the above statement.

03

Part Time and Intermittent employees will not receive a sign on bonus.

I understand the above statement.

04

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

YesNo

05

Do you possess a current valid Florida drivers' license?

YesNo

06

If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain one at the time of hire?

YesNoNot applicable

07

NOTE: *Please attach any of the following certifications that you possess*Paramedic Certification-FloridaBLS Provider CardACLS Provider CardICS-100ICS-200ICS-700Drivers License - Florida Preferred

I have read and understand the above statement.

08

Do you possess a current Florida paramedic certification?

YesNo

09

If you answered "No" to the previous question, when do you estimate you will have the above certification or when is your expected paramedic program completion date? If you answered "Yes", please indicate N/A.

10

Do you possess a certificate indicating completion of a sixteen (16) hour emergency vehicle operations course or equivalent, which meets or exceeds the requirements of the State of Florida?

YesNo

11

If you answered "No" to the previous question when do you estimate you will have the above certification? If you answered "Yes", please indicate N/A.

YesNo

12

Do you possess a valid advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) credential as permitted by the Florida Department of Health?

YesNo

13

If you answered "No" to the previous question when do you estimate you will have the above certification? If you answered "Yes", please indicate N/A.

14

Do you possess a valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation credential (must include adult, child, and infant) as permitted by the Florida Department of Health?

YesNo

15

If you answered "No" to the previous question when do you estimate you will have the above certification? If you answered "Yes", please indicate N/A.

16

Do you possess an AHA Basic Life Support Prehospital Trauma Life Support (BTLS/PHTLS) card?

YesNo

17

If you answered "No" to the previous question when do you estimate you will have the above certification? If you answered "Yes", please indicate N/A.

18

Do you possess a Pediatric Education for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification?

YesNo

19

If you answered "No" to the previous question when do you estimate you will have the above certification? If you answered "Yes", please indicate N/A.

20

Do you understand that you must provide proof of completion (certificates) for the following Incident Command Systems (ICS) training courses prior to hire: IS-100.c, IS-700.b, IS-200.c?

YesNo

21

Do you understand that you must be approved by the E.M.S. Medical Director to practice as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P)?

YesNo

22

This position requires shift work. Are you willing to be scheduled for shift work?

YesNo

23

Are you willing to transfer to other shifts as required?

YesNo

24

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

1 year or less2 years3 years4 years5 or more yearsNo experience

25

Do you understand that it is this organization's policy that individuals hired into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of pre-employment physical/drug exam, including free of nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies?

YesNo

26

Do you understand that you must not be excluded from participating as a health care provider in insurance programs including, but not limited to, Medicare and Medicaid prior to and during employment at the County of Volusia?

YesNo

27

Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia? If yes, please indicate when, position title and department/division. If no, please indicate N/A.

28

Where did you first hear about this position?

County of Volusia websiteIndeed.comSocial Media Sites ( Facebook, Twitter, Linked In)Orlandojobs.comEMS RecruiterCurrent EMS Division employeeOther (if referred by current EMS Division employee, please write name)

29

If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.

Required Question