EMT - Field Medic (See Earning Potential)

$19.07 Hourly Earning Potential

This position is typically performed in 24-hour shifts or a combination of 12 and 24 hour shifts for an average of 56 hours per week  on a rotating schedule.  Based on this work schedule, your base wage and rate of $19.07, including overtime, has a potential earning of $63,464.96 annually.


Ada County Paramedics has served the residents of Ada County as healthcare providers and patient advocates since 1975. Our expertise and genuine concern for the health and lives of all Ada County residents help shape our philosophy, which is based on a set of values we each adhere to:


Learn more about Ada County Paramedics/EMS by visiting their website. Ada County Paramedics/EMS

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the  Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.94% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing.

This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

Hiring Process
Ada County Paramedics conducts a hiring exam in the spring and fall of each year for EMT, AEMT, Paramedic and Reserve positions. The hiring process consists of a written exam, a physical ability test, practical scenarios and an interview.

Please visit our website to review our hiring process as well as our timeline.


PLEASE NOTE: WHEN COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS AND LABEL THEM FOR EACH SPECIFIC ATTACHMENT. Fill out the application completely. This is required to be considered in submitting your application. See list below of required attachments.

ATTACHMENTS - Please add documents you have (please label accordingly): 

• Current AHA BLS Provider Card
• Current "State of Idaho" EMT Card and/or,
• National Registry EMT and/or,
• EMT Certification or Licensure from another state and the ability to get Idaho State licensure as a condition of employment.
• Former Military Personnel ONLY: DD form 214, Report of Separation.

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides medical care including evaluation, treatment, and stabilization to the ill and injured. This position is located in the Ada County Emergency Medical Services Department. 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) has certification and licensure as an EMT and provides basic-level life support under the direction of a paramedic.

• Administers efficient and effective first aid treatment, medical care, or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings in compliance with clinical standards;
• Access, extricate, immobilize, and transport patients from a range of locations and emergency medical situations to appropriate medical facility, administering treatment along the way, requiring an excellent level of fitness, stamina, eyesight, and physical agility;
• Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures;
• Operates and navigates emergency vehicles, operates equipment necessary to perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, and transports patients to appropriate medical facility; 
• Maintains communication with necessary parties including dispatch, hospital, police and fire personnel;
• Maintains Patient Care Reports, files, and forms; 
• Maintains records of vehicles, supplies, training, and daily work;
• Cleans and maintains equipment, vehicles and living quarters.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Assists with technical rescues;
• Performs other related functions as assigned.

• Must possess and maintain State licensure as an EMT; 

• Must attend sufficient continuing education classes and courses both on and off duty to maintain EMT certification, as required by the State of Idaho;

• Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification;
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;
• Knowledge of the street systems, addresses and physical layout of Ada County;
• Knowledge of rescue and emergency medical equipment;
• Ability to perform technical medical skills with a high degree of accuracy;
• Ability to understand and effectively deal with emotional and medical needs of patients; 
• Ability to maintain a professional and objective approach to the care of ill or injured persons; 
• Ability to learn new concepts in rescue techniques, medical skills and in pre-hospital care; 
• Ability to perform basic maintenance of rescue and medical equipment; 
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and orders; 
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude when representing the Department; 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Ability to safely drive and operate emergency vehicles;

• Ability to work twelve or twenty-four (12 or 24) hour shifts;

• Regular and punctual attendance is required to ensure timely and quality emergency response services.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing;
• The incumbent will be issued and must wear Department uniforms while on duty and be responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of both dress and safety uniforms, as well as all issued equipment.

• The incumbent is required to operate emergency medical vehicles, move medical equipment and extract injured persons from a wide variety of situations involving vehicular, industrial and residential accidents, injuries, or illness;
• Work is performed inside and outside in areas that are subject to changing climatic conditions and in inclement weather;
• At times the work requires movement over various types of terrain (hilly, steep, rocky, rough, and/or wet/slippery surfaces);
• The incumbent must have sufficient personal mobility, fitness, stamina, and physical reflexes to be able to carry or help carry someone from the site of the illness or injury to the mode of transportation (vehicle/helicopter) and attend to the patient while in transport;
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance);
• The incumbent must see, hear, and communicate with the patient in order to perform a physical assessment; 
• May come into contact with hazardous materials, airborne pathogens, blood, blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, and goods or substances that may be deemed harmful, such as drugs or drug paraphernalia; 
• Must have ability to work various shifts and hours including nights, weekends, and holidays;
• Work is typically performed in 24-hour shifts or combination of 12 and 24 hours.

DISCLAIMER:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

Salary : $63,465