Paramedic jobs in Topeka, KS

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides basic life support care and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport to medical facilities.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent (required)
• Associate Degree (preferred)
• National Registry (preferred)
• BLS Healthcare Provider course completion card from the American Heart Association is required within 45 days of hire or job transfer date
• Driver License from the state of Kansas or Valid Driver's License (required)
• Haz Waste Ops Em Resp Cert - Hazardous Materials Awareness Level training required within 1 year of hire (preferred)
• Licensed as an EMT by the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services (KSBEMS) required
• Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) certification, or equivalent required within 12 months of hire

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Must have and maintain a clean driving record for this position. A “clean” record is defined as: No misdemeanor or felony convictions for traffic/vehicular offenses (such as but not limited to DUI, vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and run, etc.) that are less than five (5) years old; no more than two (2) at fault or chargeable accidents that are less than five (5) years old; no more than two (2) traffic infractions (such as but not limited to speeding, failure to yield right of way, etc.) that are less than one year old.

For questions regarding employment with Pottawatomie County, please contact Human Resources at 785-457-3455, PO Box 348, Westmoreland, KS 66549, or e-mail humanresources@pottcounty.org.

Drug Free Workplace: Pottawatomie County is committed to a Drug-Free Workplace. By submitting my application I understand the County requires the successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. This position may also require additional testing, which may include written, verbal, or physical assessments.

Completion of an employment application does not constitute an offer of employment nor is a completed application considered a contract of employment. Employment with Pottawatomie County is considered to be “at-will”. Submission of an application does not establish an obligation for Pottawatomie County to offer an interview or employment. Additionally, any misrepresentation or omission of information on the employment application may result in the rejection of the application or in dismissal from employment.

Pottawatomie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer - our vacancies are open to all eligible, qualified applicants.

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