EMT

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values we provide excellent public service seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits retirement plans wellness incentives a great organizational culture and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job something akin to a calling then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

MEDACT is Johnson Countys 911 EMS and ambulance service provider serving the entire county and its cities towns and unincorporated areas. We have cohesive partnerships with fire departments throughout the county and within the EMS system. With a commitment to excellence in service patient care and achieving the best possible clinical outcomes we are proud to be a vital part of our countys healthcare and public safety system. Our team of skilled professionals works tirelessly to provide the highest quality outofhospital care.

Schedule:

Modified Berkley Shift Work of 24Hour Shifts. Schedule may vary.

Currently accepting applications until May 6th 2025 to be considered for our next Clinician Academy start date of July 7 2025. Applicants must be KS licensed by July 3rd 2025 at noon. If not licensed prior to July 3rd candidates must provide proof of application to the Kansas Board of EMS along with a valid out of state license and/or National Registry certification.

We are currently seeking dedicated and highly skilled EMTs to join our team on a fulltime basis. As an EMT at Johnson County MEDACT you will play a critical role in delivering lifesaving care to our community members during their most challenging moments. You will be responsible for responding to emergency calls providing medical treatment and ensuring the safe transportation of patients to medical facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely and expeditiously responds to emergency calls in various out of hospital settings including interfacility patient transfers.
• Maintains scene safety; protects responders patients and the public; assumes personal risk.
• Maintains personal vehicle and equipment readiness for effective prehospital medical response.
• Assesses patient conditions and compassionately administers medical care and treatment in accordance with established protocols.
• Proficiently performs clinical skills.
• Operates and maintains emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and first responders at the scene and in the hospital.
• Conducts and participates in training exercises.
• Ensures thorough accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
• Returns to a state of readiness quickly after calls.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and professionalism.
• Participates in ongoing training and education to stay current with industry standards.
• Functions effectively as a member of a team.
• Adheres to agency policies procedures and safety protocols.
• Completes administrative tasks by established deadlines.

Our Commitment to Quality:

At MEDACT we take pride in providing our EMTs with the best tools and equipment to ensure the highest level of patient care. Our fleet of ambulances is equipped with cuttingedge technology and resources to support our providers in delivering topnotch care in every situation. In addition our Quality Assurance and Education Division staff work closely with the Medical Directors office to review and improve the services we provide.

Supportive Atmosphere:

We understand that working as an EMT can be demanding both physically and emotionally. Thats why we prioritize the wellbeing of our team members. At MEDACT youll find a supportive atmosphere where we care about your physical and mental health. We offer resources and programs to help our employees preserve their physical fitness manage stress maintain a worklife balance and foster personal and professional growth.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current EMT certification in the state of Kansas or eligible for reciprocity. National Registry is optional.
• Working twentyfour 24 hour shifts and up to thirtysix 36 hours including weekends and holidays. Oncall/standby work is also required.
• Biennial Kansas EMT recertification at the employees expense.
• A valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record
• Successful completion of postoffer drug testing
• Two 2 years of experience providing basic life support prehospital care is preferred.
• Johnson County government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.
• Applicant must submit to and pass a preemployment postoffer drug screen and pass a physical ability assessment prior to employment.
• Uniformed MEDACT employees are held to standards as dictated by department Policy 501Appearance Standards. Compliance with these standards is expected as a condition of employment.

Physical Environmental and Special Working Conditions:

• Ability to see and hear sufficiently for accurate perception of patient condition including the ability to differentiate fine distinctions in appearance and sound.
• Excessive standing and/or walking: 40 of the time
• Exposure to extreme temperatures fumes and/or chemicals heights loud noises
• Successful completion of annual physical ability test ability to lift 230 pounds with assistance and performing CPR is required.
• Ability to work and complete duties while wearing an OSHA Level C chemical and biological PPE including protective clothing powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) and chemical protective boots.
• NFPA 472 HazMat Awareness Level OSHA training NIMSand 800 are required to be obtained inhouse within one 1 year of employment.
• NFPA 472 HazMat Operations Level NFPA 473 Medical Response to HazMat Incidents Disaster Medical Specialist and Tactical Medicine Certification preferred.
• Within sixty 60 days of hire employees (select DHE and EMS positions) must produce proof of immunization proof of immunity proof that immunization is medically contraindicated submit a written objection to immunization based upon a sincerely held religious belief or receive vaccination for the following: Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR); Tetanus Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis (TDAP); and Varicella (Chickenpox.

Compensation:

The hourly pay rate for this position is $18.21$26.89 which calculates to an annual salary in the range of $60603$89490 commensurate with experience. There is builtin overtime inherent to our 24hour shift schedule and on average our fulltime employees work 56 hours per week. Our financial compensation package progresses through a 16step pay plan so that operational employees can clearly predict how their salaries will advance over time.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health dental and vision insurance
• Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) defined benefit pension in addition to a 457 deferred compensation match by the County up to 4 of base pay
• Inhouse continuing education provided
• Educational reimbursement available
• Uniform allowance
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Stateoftheart equipment and resources
• Paid time off and holiday pay

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