Paramedic - Full-time ($10,000 Bonus) & Relief - Public Safety Department

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus (Contract Required) - Full-time OnlyFull-time base hourly rate: $27.80 + BenefitsRelief hourly rate: $27.80 + FRS Benefit only$2/hr for weekday nights$3/hr for weekend nightsClose Date: March 31, 2026"POSITION SUBJECT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING"This is responsible work involving the protection of life through the performance of emergency medical services, providing basic and advanced life support to patients at the scene of emergencies and while transporting sick and injured patients to medical care facilities.An employee in this class is responsible for working as an emergency medical team member who may direct personnel at an emergency scene and directly reports to the Paramedic Supervisor. This is a "mandatory-testing position" that requires Drug TestingEXAMPLES OF DUTIESOperates an emergency medical vehicle in non-emergency and emergency situations including to and from emergency scene, determining most efficient route and maintaining situational awareness in order to prevent accidentsIdentifies and manages life threatening emergencies by initiating basic and advanced life support while following protocols and physician ordersInitiates and assists Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians in patient treatment to acutely ill or traumatized patients both on the scene and while in route to the hospital, utilizing both invasive and non-invasive techniques and initial protocol treatment based on patient condition, which may include implementing automated external defibrillator, performing basic airway management, positive pressure ventilation, cardiac resuscitation, cardiac monitoring, intravenous therapy, and pharmacological therapyEstablishes rapport with the patient and others to decrease incident stress by remaining calm and communicating medical conditions with patients, family members, and applicable medical staffPrepares patient care reports, which involves documenting medical conditions and activities applied to patients and using a personal computerRecords patient care data and information obtaining demographic data from patients, medical conditions and/or illnesses, and current prescription use as well as documents patient reactions to treatmentMonitors and maintains ambulance units for readiness, ensuring required equipment and related medical inventory are available and ready for use and that the vehicle is clean and disinfectedCoordinates efforts with other staff and those of other agencies to maximize the efficiency of patient care by maintaining contact with and communicating with dispatch personnel and/or patient receiving facilities, utilizing applicable communication equipmentSecures and disposes of biohazard wasteAssists in the management of controlled substancesAssess patient response to treatment and, in consultation with medical control, alters treatment accordinglyMay exercise independent judgment in the application of specific official medical protocol established by the medical control physiciansAttends continuing education and other programs to maintain clinical knowledge and certification requirementsPromotes positive organizational culture by aligning decisions with core values of integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communicationPerforms other duties of a similar nature or level as neededTYPICAL QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualification Requirements:Training andExperience:High school diploma or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, and completion of emergency medical coursework at the Paramedic level; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirementsLicenses and Certifications:Valid driver's license from state of residenceValid Florida Paramedic CertificationAHA CPR CertificationAHA ACLS CertificationMust obtain EVOC certification during orientation processMust be certified by the Escambia County Medical Director upon employment and must maintain certification as a condition of employmentKnowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs):Emergency medical practices and proceduresBasic human anatomy and physiologyHuman disease and trauma principlesKnowledge of county geographyIncident command systemsApplicable emergency vehicle equipmentEmergency radio operation and communication codesAdvanced life support principlesMedical terminologyPatient care protocols and proceduresUsing a computer and related software applicationsOperating medical equipmentWriting clear and concise communicationMaintaining patient airwaysEnsuring patients obtain adequate oxygen supplyEnsuring patients have adequate heart functionOperating an emergency vehicle in a safe mannerCaring for patientsPatient intubationStarting IVsImplementing basic and advanced life supportAssessing patient situationsCommunication and interpersonal relations as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc.sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work directionLift patients onto stretchersEstablish routes for medications and fluidsMaintain inventoryAdapt to new and constantly changing situations and environmentsRemain calm in stressful and emotional situationsUse tact and empathy in dealing with a variety of sick, injured, and/or emotionally upset Individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgroundsEffectively communicate verbally and in writingMake accurate assessments of injuries or physical traumaFollow and understand protocolsMaintain certification and trainingMaintain a good driving recordKeep patient information confidentialIntegrityHonestyRespectfulProfessionalismSUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONCounty-wide EmployeeResponsibilities:All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression. Emergency ManagementResponsibilities:During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker.This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned. Physical Requirements:Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, finger dexterity, and repetitive motions. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, blood and other bodily fluids, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises and travel. Benefits/Compensation Package:• Medical / Dental / Vision plans• Prescription coverage• Employee health clinic• Employee fitness centers• Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan• DeferredCompensation Plan• Flexible Spending Account(s)• Employee Assistance Program• Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)• Group Life Insurance Apply tot his job