HEALTH TECHNICIAN (PARAMEDIC)

Summary

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• All Health Care Providers must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification that is sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• This position is subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. Applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to sign a statement consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Secret clearance with childcare background checks required.
• 25% or more temporary duty travel may be required.
• This position requires wear of a uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary.
• Pre-employment and random thereafter drug testing required.
• This position is mission essential. Incumbent may be required to report and/or remain on duty in the event of a national crisis, civil disaster, medical crisis or extreme weather conditions.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license.
• Position is subject to mandatory overtime and recall to maintain adequate staffing of apparatus.
• A one-year probationary period may be required if not already completed in accordance with 5 CFR criteria.
• Must obtain and maintain a National Registry Paramedic certification (NREMT-P) within one year of being hired.
• Must possess and maintain a nationally or Kentucky State of Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) license.
• Possess and maintain an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Must possess and maintain a Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification.
• Position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.