EMS Crew - EMT1

Job Summary

Perform emergency medical services for the community. Respond to emergency calls of injured or sick patients. Provide Inter-facility transfers to and from hospitals, nursing homes or other requested locations while providing medical care as needed. Assist in the maintenance of equipment and facilities and perform minor administrative functions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

This information is intended to be descriptive of the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

• Performs emergency medical services by responding to emergency calls, performing basic and advanced life support, providing inter-facility transfer locally and regionally, restocking, decontamination, and performing other duties as necessary to save lives.
• Conducts public tours of facilities, providing public education regarding EMS and safety, maintaining continuing education and physical training.
• Performs light building and vehicle maintenance duties.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge

• Knowledge of department rules, regulations policies and procedures.
• General knowledge of EMS prehospital care for medical and trauma patients, equivalent to DSHS certification level.
• Knowledge of Department of State Health Services (DSHS) codes and rules related to DSHS certification level.
• Knowledge of City maps and locations of streets and response routes.

• Skills
  • Skill in operating and driving an ambulance in a safe, proficient, and professional manner during non-emergency and emergency responses.
  • Skill in the administration of emergency medical techniques, patient assessment and the use of specialized equipment.
  • Skill in oral, verbal and written communications.
  • Skill in use of a computer and proficiency with MS Office and other field related software.

• Abilities
  • Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies and to direct the work of coworkers in emergency situations.
  • Ability to inspect, use, operate and care for EMS equipment, equivalent to DSHS certification level.
  • Ability to maintain BLS certification.
  • Ability to swim proficiently and to demonstrate such in a swim test.
  • Ability to gain physical strength and agility sufficient to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.
  • Ability to participate in the fire department’s physical fitness program.
  • Ability to work an irregular schedule, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
  • Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

• Other Characteristics
  • Ensure standards that meet or exceed the NAEMT Code of Ethics;
  • Ensure high ethical standards;
  • Exemplify professionalism, integrity, commitment and teamwork as an EMT of the Fire Department;

Education, Certification and Experiences

• Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Must be a certified Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) at time of employment.
• Valid BLS Healthcare Provider certification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Active DSHS EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certification
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and driving record that complies with City of Kerrville standards

SALARY AND BENEFITS

EMS Crew - EMT1:

• $46,011.68/yr. = $3,834.31/mo. Base Pay plus Certification & Education Pay, if qualified
  • EMT Basic, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic certification required upon hire
• Schedule: 12 hr. Shiftwork: 0700 – 1900 with 2 shifts on & 2 shifts off

Certification & Education Pay:

• DSHS Certification Pay:DOQ
  • $ 600/yr. = $ 50/mo. EMT Basic
  • $ 900/yr. = $ 75/mo. Advanced EMT
  • $4,200/yr. = $350/mo. Paramedic Level I
  • $5,100/yr. = $425/mo. Paramedic Level II (after probation)
• Specialty Team Pay: $300/yr. = $25/mo. Per Team
  • Technical Rescue Team, Special Operations Unit, and Field Training Officer

• Step Pay Plan:
  • 3% every year to a max
  • Longevity pay = $48 per each year of service
• Texas Municipal Retirement System
  • Employee contributes 7%, City match 2:1, vested in 5 years
• Core Benefits Package - $10,959 paid by City for employee
  • Medical: 100% of employee coverage paid by City
    • 67% of family coverage paid by City
  • Dental: 100% of employee coverage paid by City
    • 17% of family coverage paid by City
  • Life and Accidental Death: 100% of employee coverage paid by City
  • Long-Term Disability: 100% of employee coverage paid by City
  • Optional Benefits: Vision, short term disability, life and accidental death available
• Fringe Benefits Package
  • Annual Day Pass to the Kerrville-Schreiner Park
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Uniforms
• Annual Accrued Leave
  • 192 hours of Holiday (14 /holidays)
  • 144 hours of Vacation (12hrs. /mo.)
  • 144 hours of Sick Leave (12hrs. /mo.)

Entrance Examination Process:

• Physical Ability Test (PAT): Fire Station #3 – 3225 Legion Drive

• Mandatory testing: Date & Time TBD
• Voluntary practice: Must call to schedule.
• PAF study material – refer to: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/1539/Hiring-Testing-Information

• KFD Entrance Interview: Fire Administration, 87 Coronado Drive

• Interviews: Date & Time TBD

Application must be received: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Online application available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kerrville or https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/