EMT

Description GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs responsible protective service and technical work in providing emergency medical care and transportation of sick and injured under emergency conditions; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Emergency Services Captain.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks Responding to emergency calls, providing emergency medical services and transportation; preparing and maintaining detailed records. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Responds to emergency calls, drives equipment and administers first aid, transports victims to emergency care facilities.
• Observes patient responses and maintains accurate and complete records.
• Checks and prepares equipment and supplies for treatment.
• Responds to non?emergency calls, transports patients to and from medical facilities.
• Performs general maintenance work and upkeep on vehicles, apparatus, equipment, station and grounds.
• Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and classes.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Some knowledge of the principles and techniques of emergency care, including diagnosis, proper treatment and automobile extraction and transportation; some knowledge of the road system and geography of the County; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and the general public; ability to keep simple records and prepare reports

Education And Experience Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by required emergency medical training.

Physical Requirements This is very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Possession and maintenance of current certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic issued by the North Carolina Board of Medical Examiners and all other minimum qualifications for the position as established by the department.

Program Benefits Cost to Employee (PPP) Insurance Benefits Medical Insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC

• Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $1,500; Family: $3,000
• Doctor Visits:
• Primary: $25 co-pay; Specialist: $50 co-pay
• Preventative care: no charge
• Prescriptions: covered
• No cost to employee
• Employee/Child: $151.99
• Employee/Children: $325.29
• Employee/Spouse: $393.54
• Employee/Family: $699.72

Dental Insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC

• Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $50; Family: $150
• Fiscal Year Maximum benefit: $1,500
• Diagnostic and Preventive Care paid at 100%
• Basic Services paid at 80%
• Crowns, Inlays Services paid at 50%
• No cost to employee
• Employee/Child: $11.30
• Employee/Children: $26.14
• Employee/Spouse: $12.73
• Employee/Family: $34.91

Vision Insurance

Community Eye Care

• Eye Exam once a year: $10 co-pay
• $180 allowance for eyewear annually: $10 co-pay
• Employee only: $5.36
• Employee/Spouse: $10.18
• Employee/Family: $15.00

Life Insurance & Accidental

The Hartford Life Insurance Co.

• $25,000 Life; $25,000 Accidental for employee
• Dependent Life available
• Supplemental Life available
• No cost to employee
• Employee paid; $0.45
• Employee paid; cost varies by age, no contribution from the County

VOYA

• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Short term disability
• Price varies however, employee paid

Employee Assistance Program

BHS

800-327-2251

• 24-hour access to services
• Professional consultation by phone
• Connections and referrals to additional supports and services as needed
• Services are provided for you as well as your family
• Up to 5 sessions per condition
• No cost to employee

Paid Time Off Vacation

• Maximum accumulation of 225 (1950 employees) or 240 hours (2080 employees). Time over 225 or 240 hours at the end of the year will convert to sick leave.
• No cost to employee

Sick Leave

• Earned at a rate of 7.5, 8, 12 hours per month
• No maximum accumulation
• No cost to employee

Paid Holidays

• 12 paid Holidays per year; paid birthday leave; 2 paid wellness days
• No cost to employee

Transfer of Service

• If you previously worked for another NC local or state government agency, you may be eligible to transfer up to 10 years of credible service to earn vacation at a higher accrual rate (verification from your former employer is required).
• No cost to employee

Retirement Retirement

Local Government Employees Retirement System

Full Retirement After

• 30 years of service credit; OR
• Age 60 with 25 years of service credit; OR
• Age 65 with 5 years of service credit.
• 6% of annual salary

NC 401(K) Plan

Empower

www.empower.com

• Contributions are tax-sheltered.
• Employees may make voluntary contributions.
• 10% penalty for withdrawal before you are 59 ½ years of age.
• You may sign up or change at any time.
• Employee paid
• No contribution from the County

Section 457 Plan

Empower

www.empower.com

• Contributions are tax-sheltered.
• Employees may make voluntary contributions.
• Employee paid
• No contribution from the County

Other Benefits Credit Union Membership

(CIVIC)

• NC Local Government Employees Credit Union
• Bank fees may apply

Additional Benefits Salary Progression

• Increased based on years of services and met minimal expectation on performance evaluation
• No cost to employee

At Warren County, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to offering a robust benefits package, we encourage eligible staff to take advantage of federal programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness to help reduce their student loan debt. Join our team and enjoy a fulfilling career with excellent benefits!

Additional Benefit Information can be found @ www.warrencountync.com.

The above list is not all inclusive of the benefits that are provided by Warren County Government.

Come join our team!

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Have you been convicted of a DUI/DWI in the past 5 years?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question