Lead EMT Paramedic

Employer : Exelis
Location: Qatar


Major Job Activites:
1. Responds to emergency calls, provides
advanced life support in accordance with EMS
protocols, and assists other members of the
department. 50%
2. Maintains vehicles and equipment in a
serviceable and ready condition. 10%
3. Participates in continuing medical education
(CME) and training activities, both as an
instructor and as a student, depending on the
nature and purpose of the course. 20%
5. Communicates effectively in writing, verbally
and over the radio or telephone. 05%
6. Performs various other tasks as assigned by the
Fire Chief or his designee. 05%
7. Complies with all applicable rules, regulations/
standard operating procedures, as directed
By the Fire Chief, Program Manager and Base
Commander. 10%
8. Performs other duties and assignments as
required.

MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:
Operates specialized Fire Department &
Emergency Services vehicles and equipment,
including equipment necessary to protect against
excessive noise, dust, fumes, smoke or chemicals;
equipment necessary to protect oneself against
radiation and infectious diseases; and equipment
necessary to work around machinery with moving
parts.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The Lead Paramedic must have the ability to lift
and carry a minimum of 45 lbs and be able to
collectively lift, carry, and balance patients who
weigh in excess of 100 lbs. In addition, the Lead
Paramedic must have the ability to pull and reach
with both hands; crawl, kneel, bend and climb;
work outdoors in excessive heat or cold, high
humidity or dry atmospheric conditions.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
The Lead Paramedic will be exposed to lifting,
pulling and numerous strenuous activities that
paramedic's face during medical response calls.
Furthermore, the climate in which strenuous work
activities will be required is extremely hot/humid
or cold during certain parts of the year/time of
day.


Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Certifications: One year related
experience may be substituted for one year of
education, if degree is required.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is
required and AS degree is preferred. The
knowledge, skills and abilities that are essential
for this position are consistent with The U.S.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Experience: The Lead Paramedic must have a
minimum of four years of experience working on
an emergency response ambulance. In addition,
the Lead Paramedic must possess NREMT-P
certification, American Heart Association,
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, (or
equivalent), and American Heart Association or
ASHI, BLS Healthcare Provider and PALS
Instructor certification, (or equivalent). The Lead
Paramedic must be in good standing with their
certifying organization, and they must maintain
these certifications for the duration of their
employment.

Experience:
The Lead Paramedic must have a minimum of
four years of experience working on an
emergency response ambulance.

Apply Online: http://goo.gl/AxixfR

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