EMT/Paramedics

Under the general direction of the Fire Chief. The City of Howe Fire Rescue EMS Department is comprised of individuals that are committed to serving the community through progressive and innovative methods. This is a safety sensitive position. As such, you will be required to participate in random drug testing in the city. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed on the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform the services needed.

Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodation will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Serves as crew member on an EMS unit. Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service. Evaluates scenes and responds to conditions as per policies and protocols. Assesses patient and provides medical care on the scene and enroute to the hospital. Operates response vehicles in emergency and non-emergency traffic modes. Delivers patients to hospitals; documents activities, including patient care, via written and electronic media. Maintains EMS vehicles and facility, equipment is and performs routine maintenance. Instructs first responders and the public on emergency care, including CPR; attends continuing education for updates on medical procedures. Performs other duties as required. Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather and are subject to various hazards associated with emergency rescue operations. Exposed to people with unknown illnesses. Uncontrolled accidents and crime scenes and hazards of city traffic while operating ambulance under routine and emergency conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS/ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Working knowledge of all EMT-B, EMT-I or EMT-P level objectives as specified by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for current certification. Working knowledge of the operation of EMS ambulance vehicle. Working knowledge of EMS communications and medical equipment. Knowledge of EMS medical protocols and medical procedures as well as ACLS and BTLS standards if applicable. Ability to conduct all physical and psycho-motor skills necessary for emergency medical care. Ability to operate ambulance safely in both emergencies (using lights and siren) and non-emergency modes. Ability to remain calm and follow oral and written procedures and instructions clearly and accurately in emergency situations. Ability to complete written and/or difficult environment. Ability to demonstrate compassion to patients and family and good customer relations skills. Ability to effectively manage difficult interpersonal situations and conflicts involving patients, family members, bystanders, and other health care or public safety workers.