Salary : $26.00 Hourly
Location : Pinellas County, FL
Job Type : On Call
Job Number : 202400026
Bureau : Patrol Operations Bureau
Cost Center : 5134 - Special Weapons & Tactical (SWAT) Team
Opening Date : 06 / 10 / 2024
Nature of Work
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Tactical Paramedic.
Under the general direction of a Sergeant, this position performs emergency medical treatment to team members injured or ill persons while engaged in a tactical operation, providing the best possible treatment until the transfer to emergency medical services system. Must be capable of reacting with speed and composure under high stress conditions and must exercise initiative and independent judgment in determining proper actions to take. Position requires patient care in a training or high-risk environment and operates within the guidelines provided by the Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services Director. Work is reviewed through oral and written reports, discussions, and personal observation for compliance and adherence to established procedures.
Position is on an as-needed basis, includes mandatory quarterly and annual training assignments, and requires members to be available for on-call rotations including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Members in this position must reside in the following counties : Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, or Manatee.
SUPERVISES OTHERS : No
- Performs emergency medical treatment to team members and other agencies' law enforcement personnel injured or ill while engaged in a tactical operation until appropriate transfer to emergency medical services system
- Provides medical treatment in a training or high-risk environment and operates within the guidelines provided by the Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services Director
- Provides medical assistance to non-law enforcement personnel injured or ill during an operation until appropriate transfer to emergency medical services system
- Performs Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency medical procedures
- Keeps chain of command informed of medical care findings and recommends actions, which should be taken to ensure optimum outcome for the injured or ill and the tactical team
- Maintains proficiency in advanced life support techniques; maintains high level of continuing education in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and principles of patient handling
- Assists in the development and direction of training activities in order to maintain tactical paramedic operational readiness
- Serves as liaison between law enforcement agencies and ambulance contractor
- Completes timesheets and reports, as directed
- Attends monthly and annual training and continuing medical education as required
- Participates in Sheriff's Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary
Qualifications
High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent EducationValid State of Florida Paramedic CertificationPinellas County Certified ParamedicMinimum of 3 years as a certified paramedicCurrent Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certificationCurrent Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association or equivalentCurrent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course certificationCurrent Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) certificationCurrent Advanced Practice Paramedic (APP) certification, or attained within one (1) yearCompletion of an approved forty (40) hour Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) / Tactical Emergency Medical Service (TEMS) course, or within two years of employmentMust maintain appropriate, unrestricted credentials according to the licensure, certification, and registration requirements of the jurisdictionRequires that the member be at least 21 years of ageMust be able to meet all legal requirements of Florida State Statute 790.06, License to Carry Concealed Weapon or Firearm within six (6) months of employmentMember will be required to carry an agency issued handgun while on dutyMust be able to meet all legal requirements of Florida State Statute 790.25(q) within one year of employmentCompleted an approved 80 hour Basic SWAT School, within one year of employmentMust possess a valid Florida driver's licenseKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work without direct, immediate supervision and with confidentialityAbility to cope with stressful situations and perform calmlyAbility to work closely with others as a teamAbility to work indoors and outdoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions including : blood / bodily fluids, chemical contaminated environments, fumes / odors, extended time-periods, and high temperature environmentsExpertise in making assessment / diagnoses and appropriate follow-through care and treatment, good decision making, organizational and time management skillsAbility to follow organizational procedures, policies, practices, rules and regulations governing activities of the administrative functionsAbility to operate equipment and instruments utilized in meeting job requirements and operational responsibilitiesAbility to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplaceAbility to work with exposure to loud noises, mechanical, and electrical equipmentAbility to adhere, at all times, to the standards and principles of honesty and integrity, and to keep your private life unsullied as an example to allAbility to comply with the Drug Free Workplace ActPhysical Abilities
The physical abilities listed below are requirements to perform the essential functions and responsibilities
Visual acuity of 20 / 30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20 / 30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20 / 100 in each eyeearing acuity, single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each earAbility to perceive sounds at normal voice range and sounds transmitted by radio and sirens.
Ability to operate authorized semi-automatic handguns designated by the agency from a standing, crouching, kneeling, or prone position with either hand with accuracy, essentials for this requirement shall consist of, but not limited to the following : grip, stance, sighting under various lighting conditions, trigger control, body positioning, drawing techniques, and loading / unloadingMust be able to conduct regular vigorous physical activity while wearing a full-face air purifying respirator, tactical vest, ballistic helmet, boots, and carrying a backpack with up to 20 lbs. of equipmentMust be able to climb stairs and ladders while wearing and carrying tactical equipment / gearMust have full range of motion to administer medical attention and perform CPRStand or walk while wearing and carrying tactical medical equipment / gear up to 12 hours per dayCrawl while wearing and carrying tactical gear and medical equipmentLift and / or carry a minimum of 140 lbs. up to 200 lbs.Frequently bend, squat, kneel, reach, and twistAbility to drive a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient mannerssentials for this requirement shall include, but not limited to the following :Ability to utilize standard vehicle emergency equipment, ability to use mirrors for safe vehicle operation.
Ability to properly identify colors utilized in descriptionsThis position is eligible for participation in basic life insurance in the amount of $20,000, which is provided at no cost to members.
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
I understand that I may not apply for Deputy / Deputy Recruit while I have an open application for a civilian position.
To remain in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office must determine if it is necessary and / or possible to provide reasonable accommodations to all potential employees. Ensure you have read and thoroughly understand the job description and requirements of the position for which you are applying. Can you perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation?
I am capable of performing the duties of the job as described.I am capable of performing the duties of this job with reasonable accommodation.I am not capable of performing the duties of this job.I understand I may not have more than three active civilian applications.
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