EMT-Paramedic

Position Title

EMT – Paramedic

Position Classification

Exempt

Position Type

On-site, is full-time and is scheduled to work standard business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work Location

Ft. Belvoir, Virginia

Position Description

The EMT-Paramedic will support the U.S. Army Medical Command by following services and in strict compliance with standing orders and protocols set forth by the military treatment facilities (MTF), and IAW Joint C guidelines.

Essential Position Functions

• Work independently, without direct supervision, under general guidance of established administrative policies, procedures, regulations, and schedules.
• Responsible for planning and coordinating medical support for high-risk training, training operations, and operational missions.
• Management of execution of rigorous medical training and education schedule.
• Instruct Service members on the following topics and other topics as directed: Tactical Combat Casualty Care, Basic Trauma Life Support up to Advanced Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals, and travel medicine.
• Conduct medical planning and operation support for operational missions.
• Plan, coordinate and execute joint high risk medical training.
• Develop and validate air and ground medical evacuation plans for evacuation from training site to local hospitals.
• Perform Opposing Forces duties as needed during training exercises.
• Perform a full range of clinical support at the aid stations and in the field when performing ambulance emergency or in-flight response, transfer, or transport services.
• Evaluate and treat emergent, urgent, and non-emergent patients ranging from infants to elderly.
• Recognize medical emergencies and respond appropriately. Initiate appropriate emergency response as required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and receive requests for consultations and laboratory work of specific patients. The EMT-P shall complete medical charting within 72 hours of patient visit IAW with Joint Command guidelines.
• Enter, manipulate, and/or retrieve information and data from Defense Ready and Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA).
• Transcribe physician and nursing orders involving patient activities, diets, and medications as necessary in the appropriate manual or automated system.
• Complete request forms, manually or automated, for individual patient orders for blood work, imaging, pharmaceuticals, consults and other requests as required.
• Assist with provisioning medical services in a primary care outpatient care setting as required.
• Provide Class VIII re-supply to deploying personnel as required.
• Assist in administration of routine immunizations with supervision of medical provider.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Program Manager

Competencies for the role

The EMT-Paramedic provides services in strict compliance with standing orders and protocols set forth by the MTF. Incumbent must be able to work independently, without direct supervision, and is responsible for planning and coordinating medical support for high-risk training, training operations, and operational missions.

Physical Requirements for the role

This position requires the incumbent to be able to lift and carry patients, equipment, and gurney, often from awkward positions. Good mobility, flexibility, and balance to navigate uneven terrain, and climb stairs. Ability to handle stress and maintain focus during critical situations.

Reports To

Assigned Program Manager

Supervisory responsibilities

None

Work Environment

The work environment is in both a clinical and field environment.

Security Clearance Requirements

Able to obtain TS SCI clearance. Current TS preferred.

Travel Requirements

Travel is anticipated to be <20% within the Continental United States.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Lumbee Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Note: This summary is not intended to be a complete description of all benefits. Employees will receive detailed information about benefit plan terms, conditions, and eligibility during onboarding. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this job.