Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

4 days ago

Nashville, Tennessee, United States Metro Nashville Government Full time

Job Summary

This position is located with the Metro Nashville Government and assists with administering emergency medical care to injured and critically ill individuals in emergency environments or while transporting them to a proper medical facility as a member of an emergency medical team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responds to incidents requiring emergency medical care.
  • Determines the nature and extent of injury or illness.
  • Establishes priority for required emergency care as outlined in state regulations.
  • Renders emergency care.
  • Lifts and moves patients as necessary for treatment and transportation to medical facilities.
  • Operates emergency medical apparatus and equipment.
  • Records patient information and vital signs.
  • Establishes radio communications with hospital emergency department personnel or on-line medical control.
  • Accompanies patient during transport while continuing to monitor and provide care for patient.
  • Maintains inventory of medical equipment and supplies; ensures equipment is working properly.
  • Keeps vehicle clean and in efficient operating condition.
  • Participates in on-going training to improve knowledge and skills.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and State of Tennessee license as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician.
  • Must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) medical standards.
  • Must be twenty-one (21) years of age prior to employment.

Licenses Required

  • Valid Driver License.
  • Licensed by the State of Tennessee as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Tennessee Department of Health, EMS Division.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency medical care.
  • Thorough knowledge of advanced medical procedures and specialized ambulance equipment.
  • Thorough knowledge of emergency medical treatment techniques.
  • Knowledge of local streets and hospital locations.
  • Knowledge of emergency communications codes and procedures.
  • Skill in driving an emergency vehicle.
  • Ability to operate all emergency medical and related equipment.
  • Ability to diagnose injuries and apply proper medical treatment.
  • Ability to serve in a lead/senior capacity over work activities.
  • Ability to make quick accurate decisions concerning human life.
  • Ability to use emergency physical tasks involved in providing emergency medical care.
  • Ability to use emergency medical and rescue equipment two-way radio.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Metro Nashville Government is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Benefits

Metro Nashville Government offers a generous core benefit package to eligible employees who are regularly and consistently working 20 or more hours per week.

Core Benefits

  • Medical: Choice of two plans; Metro pays 75% of premium.
  • Dental: Choice of two plans; Metro pays for single coverage.
  • Basic Life: $50,000 basic term life coverage; Metro pays 100% of premium.
  • Pension: Formula-driven pension; 100% Metro funded; 10 year vesting for new employees.
  • Paid Family Leave: Runs concurrently with time designated as FMLA leave (up to 30 days).
  • Longevity: Annual bonus beginning after 5 years of service; increases annually up to 20 years.
  • Work Life/ Employee Assistance Program: Wide variety of counseling, referral and consultation services provided free.
  • Other: In-line-of-duty injury benefits, AD&D insurance, and Medical Disability eligibility after 10 years with Metro.

Paid Leave

  • Vacation: 20 vacation days a year.
  • Holidays: 12 holidays per year (Courts may be different).
  • Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year.
  • Personal leave: 3 days per year.
  • Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave.

Pension for Sworn

Normal Pension for Sworn - Age 53 with 22 years service.

Pension for Civilian

Civilian Pension - Age 60 with 25 years service.

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