Paramedic at Dorchester County – Cambridge, Maryland

* Vacation Leave Pay

* Personal Leave Pay

* Sick Leave Pay

* Benefits - Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Visions Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account

* Employer provided Life Insurance

* Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees and dependents

* Pension

* 12 paid Holidays

* Uniforms provided

* Eligible for Membership to MD State Employees Credit Union

* AFLAC options available

* Voluntary Retirement 457B
Purpose of Position:
The purpose of this job is to work within the scope of established federal, state, county and departmental regulations, procedures, and rules. Provides lifesaving care to patients at the scene of an emergency and during transportation in an ambulance enroute to a hospital. Assesses critical illnesses and injuries, providing advanced first aid treatment, and performing advanced lifesaving healthcare on the scene.
Essential Job Functions:

- Must possess a valid National Registered and Maryland Certified Emergency Paramedic certificate.

- Responds to calls for medical assistance, such as at the scene of a car accident where someone is injured.

- Assesses people's condition and determine what treatment, if any, is needed.

- Manages emergencies such as those related to respiratory, cardiac, or trauma incidents.

- Provides advanced life support, including patient assessment, airway management, administration of oxygen, use of the automatic defibrillator, IV monitoring, assisting patient with prescribed medications or those authorized by Maryland State protocol.

- Assesses patient vital signs such as bleeding control and bandaging, shock management, fracture management, CPR, AED, oxygen administration, airway management, advanced emergency medical management, patient assisted medications, spinal immobilization, patient movement, and transport.

- Maintains all certifications as required by Dorchester County.

- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience/Certifications (minimum qualifications):

- High school diploma or GED.

- Must be a National Registered and State of Maryland licensed Paramedic.

- Cleared by the Medical Director to actively practice.

- Successfully complete Precept Training Process as applicable (maximum training not to exceed 6 months).

- Incident Command Certified 100, 200, 700, 800.

- Excellent communication and people skills.

- Advanced Cardiac and Pediatric Life Support certification preferred.

- PALS and/or PEPP – Pediatric Care preferred.

- Healthcare Provider cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

- Familiarity with Image Trend and Operative IQ.

- Ability to navigate stakeholder relationships in life threatening situations.

- Excellent communication and people skills.

- Possession of a valid driver’s license with no more than three points is required.

- Must be at least 18 years old.
Physical requirements and working environment:
- Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires- climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion.

- Must be able to exert over one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and or up to fifty pounds force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels with those for very heavy work.

- Must be able to endure high heat conditions and sub-freezing temperatures. Must be able to work in tight and closed spaces for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in situations of low visibility and under stressful conditions.

- Clear vision and hearing, including the ability to communicate effectively in various environments.

- Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor settings, exposed to varying weather conditions.
Other:
- Will be required to work on religious holidays.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
- Must work cooperatively with others.
- When position requires vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by Dorchester’s safe driving policy.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:
Dorchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Dorchester County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Dorchester County and an employee and is subject to change as business/operational needs change. Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, responsibilities, or duties associated with the role.