What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Technician (Paramedic) position at Great Plains Area?
This position serves as a Paramedic. The purpose of the position is to perform basic and advanced technical health care extender functions within the emergency medical arena in response to various accidents and other emergencies involving injury and illness. Position is subject to "Stand By" duty and will be required to rotate to all shifts
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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Health Aid and Technician Series 0640
In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5) in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: makes modifications to protocol, if necessary and determines the nature, extent, and seriousness of patient's condition; provides appropriate basic treatment and advanced treatment at the scene and en-route and until definitive care is provided; provides basic acute and non-acute patient care to maintain patient stability;
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SELECTIVE FACTOR: In addition to the minimum requirements, the following certification/licensure is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Do you possess a current unrestricted Paramedic Certification or Licensure and/or National Registry certification from any U.S. State or Territory? Must submit a copy of your certification with your application. Applicants who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
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Health Technician Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov)
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Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Health Aid and Technician Series 0640
In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5) in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: makes modifications to protocol, if necessary and determines the nature, extent, and seriousness of patient's condition; provides appropriate basic treatment and advanced treatment at the scene and en-route and until definitive care is provided; provides basic acute and non-acute patient care to maintain patient stability;
AND
SELECTIVE FACTOR: In addition to the minimum requirements, the following certification/licensure is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Do you possess a current unrestricted Paramedic Certification or Licensure and/or National Registry certification from any U.S. State or Territory? Must submit a copy of your certification with your application. Applicants who do not meet a selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Responsibilities:
- Performs Paramedic duties by identifying and treating trauma and/or medical emergencies using knowledge and skill in emergency medicine techniques.
- Performs a range of diagnostic support duties using acquired knowledge of the major body systems to provide patient care and ensure appropriate patient handling.
- Assists with moving, lifting, and carrying patients to emergency vehicles and appropriate treatment facility.
- Performs safety and maintenance inspection on emergency and patient transport vehicles and equipment.
- Independently conducts a complete assessment using advance knowledge of topographic anatomy.
Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job:
Health Technician Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov)
Salary : $45,409