PART-TIME PARAMEDIC TRANSPORT 24 HOURS OR LESS- ELIGIBILITY LIST

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Sierra Vista's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

Definition & Essential Functions

Under general supervision, performs a variety of emergency medical services (EMS) duties, primarily focused on 911 emergency responses, and non-emergency local transports throughout the City of Sierra Vista and Fort Huachuca. FLSA status: Non-Exempt.

This is a part-time 24 hours or less per week. Shift/schedule and hours per week will vary.

Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Tasks

Performs general maintenance of facility along with other crew members

Checks tools, equipment, supplies, and materials of each ambulance to ensure that all are in proper operating condition

Initiates pre-hospital medical care to individuals

Provides basic life support and assists paramedic personnel, or provides advanced life support if certified as a paramedic, at emergency scenes

Participates in public education/information events, such as station tours or group presentations

Participates in regular training/drills

Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics

Knowledge of:

First aid, CPR, and other basic emergency medical care techniques and methods

Advanced life support techniques, as required of a certified paramedic

Streets, addresses, and locations throughout the City of Sierra Vista and Fort Huachuca, with familiarity of neighboring communities and surrounding areas

Applicable state, federal, and local statutes, codes, and ordinances

The use and purpose of a variety of specialized equipment, tools, and apparatus used in rescue and emergency medical situations

Pertinent OSHA laws, regulations, and requirements



Skills in:

Using a personal computer with basic office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation applications

Safe and proper use of all specialized EMS equipment, vehicles, apparatus, and materials

Understanding and interpreting complex statues, ordinances, regulations, and standards

Applying basic and/or advanced emergency medical assistance techniques

Working effectively in environments subject to infectious/contagious diseases, blood borne pathogens, personal injury, quickly changing priorities, and the ability to remain calm during emergency situations

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department EMS personnel, City staff, fire suppression staff, and the general public

Presenting complex subjects to a variety of audiences at an appropriate level of understanding geared for the listeners

Following oral instructions under stressful situation

Qualifications

Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
AHA BLS Provider
Valid Arizona driver's license
AHA ACLS, Arizona Paramedic Certification.

Preferred: AHA PALS



Additional Information:
The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information. The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable local,state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.

The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.