Paramedic Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Paramedic to join our team at Pottawatomie County. As a Paramedic, you will be responsible for providing advanced life support care to patients in emergency situations.

• Provide patient care and stabilization in emergency situations
• Initiate and implement interventions for patients in emergent situations
• Provide population-specific education to patients and families
• Inspect, maintain, and care for equipment to ensure safety
• Ensure patient and employee safety in all areas of operations
• Cooperate with local departments and agencies in search, rescue, and medical emergency situations
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, adhering to medical protocols and policies
• Follow departmental mission statement, core values, and applicable policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA laws and regulations

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)
• Associate Degree (preferred)
• National Registry (preferred)
• ACLS and BLS Healthcare Provider course completion card from the American Heart Association (required within 45 days of hire)
• Valid Kansas Driver's License (required)
• Licensed as a Paramedic by the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services (KSBEMS) (required)
• Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) certification, or equivalent (required within 12 months of hire)