2016-698 Emergency Svc - North State Medical Transport - Application for Services Franchise by Ordinance

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OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Performs related duties as required. (Management reserves the right to add or amend duties at any time.) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,AND ABILITIES 1. Thorough knowledge of emergency medical service regulations, company policies, protocols or operating procedures. 2. Thorough knowledge of equipment and supplies used in the care of patients and victims of accidents. 3. Considerable knowledge of medical procedures and techniques. 4. Working knowledge of radio communication equipment. 5. Ability to train, supervises, and guides the work of others. 6. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other agencies, government officials, the general public, and other employees. 7. Performs additional certification specific job functions outlined in EMT and EMT Paramedic job descriptions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Work includes sitting,walking, running,bending, stooping and lifting weights in excess of 250 lbs with assistance. 2. Work includes both indoor and outdoor activity where employee is exposed to elements of nature: cold,hot,rain, snow, sleet, ice, etc. 3. Employee must be able to maneuver in tight places, climb ladders or stairs, step over obstacles, step on and off machinery, etc. 4. Work includes normal and emergency operation of a motor vehicle. EXPOSURE CONTROL Work is likely to cause direct contact with blood or other potentially infectious pathogens which universal precautions apply. Personal protective equipment is available and must be worn,thus the work is subject to the OSHA requirements for blood borne pathogens MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING 1. Two years of emergency services experience. Supervisory experience preferred. 2. High school graduation or GED. 3. Certification as Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic by North Carolina, one year of experience as an EMT-Paramedic preferred. 4. The ability to pass oral boards with the Franklin County EMS Medical Director. 5. High school graduation or GED. is 51 t;