Paramedic Fulltime

PURPOSE: To establish an Employment Register to fill THREE (3) current vacancies in the Ambulance Department and future vacancies as they occur.

SUMMARY OF JOB
Under general supervision, performs rescue and emergency medical care functions. Work involves standing ready to respond twenty-four hours a day to emergency calls within a short period of time which includes but is not limited to responding to emergency assignment; performing duties as outlined by National Registered Paramedic certification; driving and maneuvering emergency vehicles; remaining vigilant in regards to scene assessment and safety; requesting, routing, and coordinating resources; managing emergency scenes and communication; performing inventory, stocking, and cleaning of equipment/unit; performing documentation; staffing the emergency center; etc. Reports to EMS Manager and performs all tasks assigned.

KIND OF EXAMINATION (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
This examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Applicant must submit accurate, detailed application forms providing all requested information, including descriptions of work experience, names, and addresses of previous employers and dates employed. Qualified applicants will be notified of the time, date place of any assembled test(s) which may be given.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent, State of Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Bureau of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic certification with National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician's testing, current certification in CPR/AED, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, valid Class D driver's license, clean driving record, pass criminal background check, good moral/ethical behavior, satisfactory physical condition including back, vision and hearing

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled