Community Health Paramedic - Colorado Springs

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/ Position Overview

Community Medicine Units (CMED) respond to calls in the City of Colorado Springs 911 system.

Come be a part of our nationally awarded tiered response system, on the front lines, serving the citizens of Colorado Springs.

Community Health Paramedic (CMED)

The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) is hiring two paramedics to staff community medicine units. In this position, you will provide medical assistance to support CSFD's tiered response model. You will be providing basic medical care and/or advanced life support. Necessary job duties include medical evaluation, treatment, and stabilization of the physically and mentally ill, or injured. Come be a part of the ever-changing face of community healthcare. This is a dynamic and exciting part of emergency response.

Paramedics staffing these units will be required to work schedules meeting program needs.

The department will be filling two (2) vacancies.

Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs Fire Department can offer

Essential Job Functions - the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

Evaluate pending 911 calls for appropriate response
Respond to calls and facilitate the best service for our citizens
Evaluate and advocate for appropriate patient navigation
Conduct patient education
Assist police/fire units and community agencies
Operate lightweight, non-emergent vehicles in all weather conditions
Administer patient care consistent with department physician guidelines
Document patient care reports using the ESO system

Knowledge Of

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Organizational objectives, procedures, policies, and regulations
Utilization of technology to perform job duties
Patient care reporting and basic medical terminology


Ability to:
Critical thinking and problem solve
Prioritize tasks
Do math computations
Conduct and document thorough patient assessments and treatment in accordance with department policies and medical director expectations
Demonstrate effective leadership and customer service
Make decisions within the scope of assigned authority
Communicate clearly
Maintain confidentiality

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED
One year of full-time Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) experience
Possess, or obtain upon hire and maintain, a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
Possess current ACLS (or CO state approved equivalent), CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and State of Colorado or National Registry EMT-P certifications

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

The background check for this position includes a fingerprint and background check through the Colorado Springs Police Department.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in the El Paso County 911 system
Possess working knowledge of current El Paso County physician advisor guidelines
Prior experience with community health medicine

Additional Information

This position is eligible for Public Employee's Retirement Association (PERA) benefits.

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.

Specialized Computer Equipment and Software:
Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records software.

Environmental Conditions

Primary Work Environment - Field environment with travel from site-to-site

Extreme Temperature - Exposure to inclement weather

Wetness and Humidity - Seasonally

Respiratory Hazards - Rarely

Noise and Vibrations -Rarely

Physical Hazards - Several times per month

Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Rarely

Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Frequently

The background check for this position includes a fingerprint and background check through the Colorado Springs Police Department.

Please contact CSFD Human Resources at

for any questions about this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE:

This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Yes
No

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Do you have one (1) year of full-time EMT-P (Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic) experience?

Yes
No

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Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions?

Yes
No

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Do you possess a current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certificate?

Yes
No

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Do you possess a current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certificate?

Yes
No

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Do you possess a current State of Colorado or National Registry EMT-P license?

Yes
No

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Do you have experience in the El Paso County 911 system performing medical response?

Yes
No

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Do you have knowledge of current El Paso County physician advisor guidelines?

Yes
No

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Do you have experience with community health medicine?

Yes
No
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