EXAM - PARAMEDIC

Description

THIS IS A TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION TO PUT YOU ON AN ELIGIBLE LIST.

The Paramedic is a New York State certified emergency responder capable of effectively delivering emergency care and treatment to those sick or injured in various, sometimes physically demanding, situations. The primary function of this position is to provide advanced level pre-hospital emergency care to individuals experiencing medical or traumatic conditions. The Paramedic provides assessment, treatment, and medical transportation of ill and/or injured patients from an incident scene to an appropriate medical facility or between hospitals and/or other medical facilities. Supervision may be exercised over EMT personnel. Does related work as required.
The Paramedic shall possess good manual dexterity and must be able to lift and carry up to 125 pounds. The Paramedic is required to function efficiently, without interruption, for long periods of time, and is expected to maintain physical conditioning adequate to allow for the safe and efficient performance of duties.

Examples of Typical Duties

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Responds to emergencies when dispatched, operating emergency vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Determines and professionally delivers appropriate and required patient care to persons suffering from problems related to trauma or medical emergencies. This care is based on established protocols or directives of the State of New York, local governing bodies or councils, or agency and regional Medical Directors.
• Performs detailed patient assessments utilizing a systematic approach in which life-threatening conditions are rapidly identified and appropriately treated. Subsequent conditions are also secondarily identified and addressed. This systematic approach includes information collection from all sources such as physical exam, other personnel caring for the patient, diagnostic findings, and bystanders, if available.
• Coordinates emergency response with other responders and directs Emergency Medical Technicians as required during patient care and transport.
• Performs IV therapy and administers approved medications. Calculates weight and volume ratios for medication administration.
• Performs advanced airway management per authorized scope of practice, including advanced airway placement and surgical airway.
• Interprets cardiac monitor rhythms including diagnostic 12-lead interpretation.
• Performs defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, and external pacing as necessitated by patient condition.
• Assesses emergency scenes for responder safety and potential emergency resources required.
• Performs physical tasks necessitated by the transportation of the sick and/or injured
  including, but not limited to, lifting, immobilizing, and performing CPR.
• Accurately documents findings utilizing the approved emergency medical records systems with consideration for the medical/legal implications of accurate documentation. Ensures documentation of each call in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicates with patients, family members, and other bystanders as necessary, using age-appropriate communication skills, serving as a patient advocate
• Follows required confidentiality guidelines, including all privacy/HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Identifies and plans for appropriate safety precautions to be taken to prevent injury to all patients.
• Demonstrates appropriate awareness for suspected violence/abuse/neglect to all patients and takes measures to report them according to policy/protocol.
• Transfers patients to the care of appropriate healthcare providers or other providers (at
  residence, etc.) while providing an accurate patient report to the receiving facility.
• Demonstrates the proper operation of all emergency medical equipment utilized in caring for patients within the current scope of practice.
• Inventories and restocks emergency medical supplies and medications using established safeguards and security measures.
• May participate in departmental QA/QI (Quality Assurance / Quality Improvement) activities or committees
• Maintains vehicles in a state of readiness and cleanliness, documenting inspection of vehicles and equipment as required.
• Cleans and maintains vehicle bays and personnel quarters as needed.
• Completes department specific continuing education programs and training, in addition to those required by regulation.
• Participates in the training of other EMS personnel and first responders through established preceptor programs and outreach education programs.
• Serves as a role model of professionalism to the community and citizens served.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Thorough knowledge of emergency medical conditions, techniques and procedures; ability to operate biomedical telemetry and two-way radio equipment; ability to perform calmly and efficiently in crisis situations; ability to maintain records and prepare reports; ability to work independently and exhibit good judgment; ability to operate cardiac monitor/defibrillator and other pre-hospital medical equipment; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; strength, stamina and endurance to perform rescues; ability to understand written laws and properly apply them to situations; good reasoning and judgment capacity; tact; courtesy.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the New York State Department of Education AND possession of current certification as an EMT-Paramedic from the New York State Department of Health, which must be maintained throughout employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTINUATION OF EMPLOYMENT:

When giving a job description include: Name of employer, Job Title, Duties performed by you, Start and End Date (Month/Year), Hours worked per week. *Include all relevant experience. Additional experience may not be accepted after the application is reviewed. *Give the average hours worked per week. Example 40 hours worked per week. Do not give a range of hours worked per week. Example 20-30 hours worked per week. You will only receive credit for the lowest amount given. *Part-time experience is prorated *Give the month and year of your start and end dates worked. If partial dates are submitted, you will receive credit for the least amount of time. *If you had more than one title at same employer, list as separate employment.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may be eligible for some benefits depending on their particular Bargaining Unit Agreement. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.