Paramedic Master Corporal

GRADE 2121
Pay Range $65,354 - $95,389

General Description

The purpose of this job is to perform responsible advanced emergency medical treatment of injured/ill patients in response to emergency calls, preparing and maintaining detailed records, and may act as a preceptor/educator for paramedic students, newly hired paramedics and remediation for current paramedics. This position works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Duties Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions as necessary.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires Associates degree supplemented by eight (8) years of emergency medical experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Requirements

Good knowledge of and skill in advanced emergency care procedures; knowledge of physiology for diagnostic purposes; knowledge of pharmacology; strong knowledge of traffic rules and regulations; ability to safely operate a vehicle on the road in emergency situations at high speed; skill in operating advanced emergency care equipment; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to prepare accurate written reports; ability to manage people in stressful situations for the care and safety of the patient; skill in minor maintenance of emergency vehicles; good driving record (to be determined by review); excellent moral character (to be determined by a background investigation); must demonstrate a high degree of dependability; ability to perform as part of a team; good judgment; integrity; tact; excellent operational knowledge of personal computers and pertinent applications; regular and timely attendance; performance of duties in a safe manner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Special Certifications and License Requirements

Notices

Kent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), Kent County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is an employment at-will position.