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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Supervisory Paramedic

Fort Stewart, Georgia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$55K/yr - $72K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Supervisory Paramedic to serve as a shift supervisor for the Ambulance Section at Fort Stewart. The role involves responding to emergencies, providing medical care in the field, and supervising personnel while ensuring compliance with established protocols.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Respond to all types of emergencies involving injury and illnesses, and sometimes encounter situations which are life threatening

Independently determines the shortest and safest route to the incident location while gathering pertinent data prior to arrival

Conducts both a complete site survey for hazardous conditions and a physical examination of the patient in order to determine the nature, extent, and seriousness of the patient’s condition

Provides emergency medical care in the field environment based on field diagnosis ether by direction from advanced life support medical control, and/or in accordance with standing orders (protocols)

Assists with maintenance of emergency vehicles and performs daily equipment inventories

Ensures that all applicable patient care reports and related forms are completed in accordance with established protocols and standards

Establishes performance standards; prepare and issue performance ratings; explains work requirements, methods, and procedures as needed

Counsels employees on work performance and initiates minor disciplinary actions

Qualification

Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)Paramedic licensureNational Registry EMT certificationSupervisory skillsEmergency responsePatient assessmentVehicle operation

Required

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration

One year trial/probationary period may be required

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation

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

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

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

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)

Current Advanced Life Support or other advanced certification does not supersede BLS completion

A pre-placement medical examination is required

This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident

Incumbent must obtain and maintain certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Incumbent works a 24-hour shift on-duty with 4 or 5 work shifts existing in a 2-week pay period and subject to mandatory overtime and recall to maintain adequate staffing

Incumbent must obtain and maintain a state driving license and must be able to acquire and maintain a military driving license

This position is supervisory as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) General Schedule Supervisory Guide (GSSG). A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed

Incumbent is required to have a licensure from the state of Georgia as a Paramedic at time of hire. (Applicants must upload a copy of certification to application)

Incumbents must obtain and maintain a National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic certification within 1 year of employment

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) responding to accidents or emergencies involving injuries and/or illnesses; (2) conducting examinations to obtain patient vital signs, AND (3) operating a patient transport vehicle. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07)

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted