PARAMEDIC/CREW CHIEF

General Description

The purpose of this job is to provide independent supervision of assigned staff on medical unit in the performance of emergency medical services activities : to ensure prompt and proper response to medical emergencies; to enforce crew compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, protocols and standards of quality and safety; to respond to emergency calls and provide medical assistance at the paramedic level.

This class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequence under general supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent most of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position, as necessary.

• Assists in managing an emergency medical service station, personnel and equipment at the assigned station and shift; ensures compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, protocols, and standards of quality and safety.
• Supervises emergency medical crew in assigned unit. Crew-Chief duties includes initiating patient care, assist with the proper extrication of trapped patient. Direct the operations of the first responders and bystanders, manage controlled drugs on the ambulance.
• Reviews the work of assigned crew for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendation as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed; and relay needs of crew to Supervisor.
• Inspects vehicles and equipment daily to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, decontamination if needed, proper condition of equipment, and an adequate inventory of supplies; reports any discrepancies of required equipment and tools necessary to perform job; cleans and sanitizes vehicles; and notifies proper personnel of equipment / vehicle maintenance needs.
• Drives ambulance in response to emergency calls; requests additional resources for the control of incidents as required; ensures safety at the scene; and serves as incident commander until relieved by higher authority.
• Provides advanced life support and emergency care to the sick and injured; determines nature and extent of injuries or illnesses; assists in lifting and carrying patients in and out of ambulance; and transports patients to appropriate medical facility.
• Performs such procedures as immobilization and bandaging, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), intubation, cardiac activity monitoring, preventing shock, administering medications, electrical cardioversion and / or defibrillation, IV therapy, and others as permitted according to certification; maintains constant awareness of patient condition; identifies and relays diagnostic signs to medical personnel while en route to medical facility; and reports verbally and in writing to emergency room personnel upon arrival.
• Educates patients and their families about conditions, medications and / or disease process.
• Notifies dispatch personnel and Coroner's Office in the case of patient death; arranges for the protection of property and evidence at the scene.
• Ensures crew compliance with infection control procedures.
• Documents accident scenes for reports as required.
• Prepares and maintains detailed records as required.
• Performs general housekeeping duties as required.
• Receives and responds to public inquiries, complaints, and request for assistance in areas of responsibility.
• Works at various extra special events or sporting events; make public appearances.
• Keeps abreast of new technology, methods, and regulations for emergency medical assistance operations; attends meetings, training and continuing education classes as required and / or appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills and maintain certifications.
• Ensure proper radio communications with dispatch, hospital, and other units.
• Always provide professional and courteous customer service to in-house staff and public either by telephone, electronically, or in person.
• Performs other duties and related work as instructed and assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. No prior experience is required.

Physical Demands :

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Must be able to lift 125 pounds.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) :

Bright / dim light; Dusts and pollen.

Extreme heat and / or cold; Wet or humid conditions.

Extreme noise levels, Animals / wildlife.

Vibration; Fumes and / or noxious odors.

Traffic; Moving machinery.

Electrical shock; Heights.

Radiation; Disease / pathogens.

Toxic / caustic chemicals; Explosives; Violence.

Other extreme hazards not listed above.

Special Certifications and Licenses :

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Orangeburg County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Orangeburg County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Code : 329-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : EMS AMBULANCE

Group : REGULAR NO

Job Family : EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Job Class : PARAMEDIC

Posting Start : 09 / 01 / 2023

Posting End : 12 / 31 / 9999

Details : Indeed

HOURLY RATE RANGE : $28.23-$29.64

Salary : $28 - $30