Alamance County (Nc) Alamance County , NC 27710
Posted 6 days ago
Job Purpose
Within this position an employee works independently in providing high level of emergency care by responding to emergency calls for a variety of illnesses and injuries. Performs basic and advanced life support, stabilization procedures and emergency medical care at the paramedic level of training and certification and performs equipment operation duties on a twenty-four hour shift providing EMS services for the County.
Responsibilities
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Responds to emergency calls for illnesses, accidents, fires and natural catastrophes; and with a fellow EMT IV responds to life threatening conditions, stabilizes and treats other injuries and continuously monitors the condition of the patient, specifically vital signs until the patient is transferred to the hospital personnel.
Monitors, maintains and inspects ambulance units for readiness, ensuring required equipment and related inventory are available and ready for us and that the vehicle is clean and disinfected.
Operates emergency medical vehicle to and from scene, determining most efficient route.
Records patient care data and information obtaining demographic data from patients, information regarding medical conditions and/or illnesses, current prescription use; documents patient reactions to treatment; and/or related information.
Initiates patient treatment and care utilizing initial protocol treatment based on patient condition, which may include: implementing automated external defibrillators, performing basic airway management; and performing other related activities.
Transports and transfers patients timely and safely by utilizing stretchers or spine boards associated with the ambulance.
Prepares patient care reports, which involves documenting medical conditions and activities applied to patients, using a handheld computer. This includes ensuring documentation is complete for NC Office of Emergency Medical Services statistical forms.
Maintains contact with and communicates with dispatch personnel and/or patient receiving facilities, utilizing applicable communication equipment.
Initiates advanced and basic life support by following protocols and physician orders.
Communicates medical conditions with patients, family members and applicable medical staff.
Drives an ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Secures and disposes of biohazard waste.
Attends continuing education and other programs to maintain clinical knowledge and certification requirements.
Performs other job related duties as trained and assigned.
Qualifications
COMPETENCY STATEMENTS:
Skills & Abilities
Education & Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required and some experience as an EMT-Paramedic; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer Skills: Prior experience with data-entry and computers preferred. Prior Microsoft Windows usages preferred.
License/Credentials: Possession of a valid NC driver's license is required. Certification by the State of North Carolina as an EMT Paramedic. Required to maintain ACLS, BTLS, PALS and CPR certifications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical Demands
Stand C
Walk C
Sit C
Manually Manipulate F
Reach Outward F
Reach Above Shoulder F
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel F
Bend F
Talk/Hear C
See C
Taste/Smell O
Lift/Carry
10 lbs. or less C
11-20 lbs. F
21-50 lbs. F
51-100 lbs. O
Over 100 lbs. O
Push/Pull
12 lbs. or less F
13-25 lbs. F
26-40 lbs. F
41-100 lbs. F
Other Physical Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level is the work environment can be loud.
Health Insurance
Alamance County Government currently offers three plans of medical/pharmacy benefit options including a COPAY Plan 70, COPAY Plan 80 and a QHDHP with HSA.
Dental Benefit
Vision Insurance
Voluntary Benefits: Alamance County Government provides a variety of voluntary health related benefits (Voya) to allow employees to purchase protection from what life may bring. A sampling of voluntary benefits includes Flexible Spending Accounts with dependent care opportunities, Health Saving Account with an employer contribution, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Cancer Protection Plan, Group Critical Care Insurance and more.
Death Benefit
Life Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Time Off Accruals:
Vacation Time
Years of Service
0-4 years of service 10 days equivalent to 80 hours
5-9 years of service 13 days equivalent to 104 hours
10-14 years of service 16 days equivalent to 128 hours
15-19 years of service 21 days equivalent to 168 hours
20 years or more 25 days equivalent to 200 hours
Sick Time
County Observed Holidays
Wellness Benefits & Programming:
Employee Assistance Program: There are times when everyone needs a little help or advice. The confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through a local provider can help you with things like stress, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, legal issues, parenting questions, financial counseling and dependent care resources. Best of all it's free for County employees and available for your household to utilize. Utilization of the EAP is completely confidential and participation isn't recorded.
Help is available 24/7/365 by telephone.
Alamance County Employee Health Center opperated by Everside Health: Available to employees and spouses who are covered under the Alamance County Insurance Plan and their covered dependents, 18 years of age and older. Retired employees under age 65 are also eligible to use the clinic. Depending on insurance coverage elected, care at the clinic ranges from free to a fair market value cost.
Services Available:
Treatment of injuries or illnesses such as Flu, Sinus Infection, pink eye, sprains, strains or fever.
Monitor chronic conditions (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Health Disease, Asthma, etc...)
Assistance with finding a Primary Care Provider
Health Education and Counseling
Triage and referrals to specialists when appropriate.
Alamance County provides a variety of additional benefits including bereavement pay, Paid Parental Leave (up to 4 weeks), Wellness Leave to focus on work-life balance initiatives, Volunteer Time Off (paid time) opportunities to be a part of the Alamance Community, to opportunities for professional certification pay.
Employee Fitness Center:
Alamance County encourages all employees to maintain a healthy lifestyle both at home and at work. In support of this philosophy an Employee Fitness Center is available for all County employees to use at their convenience during non-work hours and is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday-Sunday. This center includes weight training equipment, cardio equipment, a small aerobics room along with restrooms, changing room and lockers.
Agency Alamance County Government
Address 124 West Elm Street
Graham, North Carolina, 27253
Phone 336-570-4039
Website http://www.alamance-nc.com
Alamance County (Nc)