Job description

Job Summary
The Paramedic performs responsible protective services work providing emergency medical care at the scene of an injury or illness and during transport to medical facilities. The Paramedic supervises rescue units on calls; drives and operates EMS and Rescue vehicles and assists in the maintenance and repair of station and equipment. The Paramedic must work well with other emergency services personnel often under hazardous and stressful conditions, responding promptly to directions given by the on-site supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned; reports to the Deputy Chief.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
~ Works at stations responding to calls for emergency assistance. May act as supervisor of the rescue unit on calls
~ Provides emergency medical services within the Paramedic scope of practice using advanced life support and stabilization procedures at the scene of the accident or illness and during transport to medical facilities
~ Performs rescue from life threatening situations and assists in the protection of property
~ May occasionally supervise subordinate staff and other EMS providers
~ Drives emergency vehicles. Operates biomedical and other equipment on emergency vehicles
~ Coordinates the replenishing of medical supplies and performs required vehicle maintenance following each call and as directed
~ Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports on all emergency responses and patient encounters utilizing the department"s electronic patient care reporting systems or other methods as directed
~ Provides emergency medical services training to schools, organizations and the public as requested
~ Monitors health, safety and the physical condition of personnel at fires or other hazardous sites
~ Performs other duties as required Job Responsibilities
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
~ High School Diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by two (2) years of emergency medical services experience as a Paramedic, preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position
~ Must be 20 (twenty) years of age or older at time of hire

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
~ Valid Virginia driver"s license with the ability to meet and maintain Town insurability requirements
~ Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) acceptable by the Virginia Office of EMS
~ Current Paramedic certification from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services with the ability to maintain certification while employed with the Town

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