About the Position: This position is for a Lead Paramedic at Fort Moore, Georgia located within the Martin Army Community Hospital.

Duties

Respond to on-site accident and other emergencies involving injury and illnesses, encountering situations which may be life threatening. Administer basic/advanced life support care at emergency scene in accordance with established medical standards. Report both orally and in writing what injuries were identified to medical providers. Utilize various tools/equipment, emergency medical equipment such as backboard, EKG monitor, defibrillator and mechanical CPR device.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires certification through the National Registry for Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
• Completion of pre-employment physical examination.
• Pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.
• Mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is subject to annual vaccination.
• Screening and update of required immunizations.
• Incumbent to wear a uniform, scrubs, or other appropriate medical professional attire while on duty.
• Requires regular contact with children under the age 18 and a favorable determination of suitability to do so.
• Shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• Basic Life Support certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross.
• Probationary period of one year may be required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)People with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1). evaluating procedures of patient care for compliance with emergency medical service; 2). responding to accidents or other emergencies involving injury or illnesses; 3). conducting examinations to obtain patient vital signs, initiating intravenous (IV) therapy, and 4). operating a patient transport vehicle. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Interpersonal SkillsPlanning and EvaluatingSafety and Quality CareTechnical Competence Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).

Contacts

• Address EA-APF-W2L3AA MARTIN ARMY HOSPITAL DO NOT MAIL Fort Moore, GA 31905 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk
• Email: [email protected]