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Peach County Board of Commissioners Paramedic (PT and FT) in Fort Valley, Georgia

Position:

PARAMEDIC

Department:

PEACH COUNTY EMS

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Responds to emergency calls for assistance at the scene of a fire, accident, illness and/or life-threatening situation which require emergency medical services (EMS); arrives at the scene; assesses situation and implements applicable policies and procedures governing safety, infectious control, and hazardous materials; directs witnesses, family members or other persons at emergency scenes; and gathers information about emergency incidents.

Assesses victims' conditions and immediate medical needs; extricates patients from vehicles as necessary; provides appropriate medical services and treatment to include providing advanced emergency medical treatment and advanced life support procedures; administers medications; and transports victims to hospitals as necessary.

Maintains radio contact with emergency dispatch staff and hospitals.

Drives and operates emergency vehicles to include ambulances; and operates emergency medical equipment.

Inspects vehicles and equipment; ensures vehicles are properly equipped with emergency medical equipment and supplies; performs preventive maintenance and cleaning; ensures the ready state of equipment and supplies; replenishes supplies as necessary; identifies needed repairs on vehicles; and performs minor repairs are made when possible; and identifies the need for additional, new and/or replacement equipment as appropriate.

Completes and maintains records and required documentation, including records of care and treatment provided to patients at emergency sites; prepares run reports, vehicle maintenance records, County billing forms, and other related operating records.

Assists with public relations activities; and works to educate the public regarding safety, basic emergency medical information, first aid and related topics.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains the EMS station and its equipment; performs general cleaning; and ensures station facility is organized, clean and safe.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Vocational/Technical degree with training emphasis Emergency Medical Treatment and Paramedic courses; supplemented by up to two (2) years of previous EMS experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license with emergency vehicle driver's endorsements. Must possess and maintain valid Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician, CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Basic Trauma Life Support certifications.

Peach County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management

To Apply:

Applications for employment may be obtained at the Peach County Commissioners' Office or website at

www.peachcounty.net/jobs

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For additional information contact Peach County Human Resources Department

Peach County Human Resources Department

213 Persons Street

Fort Valley, GA 31030 Phone: 478-825-2535

Email:

HR@PeachCounty.net

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