University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Emergency Med Tech / Paramedic - req# 14483

Posted over 1 month ago

Job Description

Emergency Med Tech/Paramedic
Requisition ID req14483
Working Title Emergency Med Tech/Paramedic
Position Grade 11
Position Summary The University of New Mexico, School ofMedicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical ServicesConsortium, is seeking part-time Paramedics. The successful applicants willrespond to state wide emergencies under the supervision of the EMS MedicalDirection Consortium. They will work to support theEMS Academy and EMS Consortium through remote on site clinical care andeducation. The individuals will be responsible for primary advanced lifesupport patient care directly supporting EMS Consortium contracts.

This position requires a minimum of threestand-by (on-call) shifts monthly with the ability to respond for up to12-hours or possibly longer per call out.

Paramedics attend emergency medical requestsas they arise; render on-site emergency assistance to patients as required. Ourteam performs or assists in the initial assessment and management of illness orinjury to emergency patients in accordance with specified protocol andprocedure. Prepares or assists in the preparation of patients for transport,ensuring compliance with emergency medical transport regulations, protocol, andprocedure. Provides or assists in the provision of basic direct patient care,as required in each individual case. Follows established departmental policies,procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, andsafety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. Inspects emergencymedical equipment to ensure serviceability and compliance with safety andinfection control regulations and standards. Completes and transfers patientcare information and records as per established procedures. Performsmiscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
  • May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
  • UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
  • Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience in the field of pre-hospital EMS. Certification/Licensure: NM licensure as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications

Successful candidates will have the followingqualifications:

  • NM EMS Paramedic license in good standing
  • National Registry Paramedic certification
  • Minimum 3 years field experience in high volume EMS system in direct patient care, preferred 5 years
  • Specialized education and training in austere, tactical, or operational medicine work preferable.
Additional Requirements Pre-Employment physical exam required. Must be able to obtain a UNM Vehicle Drivers License upon hire. May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening. UNM Provides Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.-Official transcripts, High school diploma, or GED certificate will be required for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics.
Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department Emergency Med Consortium (558C)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type On-Call
Term End Date
Status Non-Exempt
Pay $17.10 -$23.53 Hourly
Benefits Eligible This is not a benefits eligible position.
ERB Statement Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 1/20/2021
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach the following documents: Resume and Cover letter that specifically addresses why you would be the best candidate for the position given the responsibilities and each of the preferred qualifications.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.



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