Emergency Medical Technician

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TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT VACANCY JOB TITLE: Emergency Medical Technician DEPARTMENT: Emergency Medical Services MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk and South Caicos

JOB SUMMARY

This is a direct operational response position within the Emergency Medical Services. The job holder will respond to emergencies in a safe manner and assist in the extrication, stabilization, care and transportation of the ill and injured as required.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Participates in on-going training and development  Provides Basic Life Support care to patients as required  Ensures the stocking and safeguarding of the EMS Department vehicles and property  Responds to emergency requests for service  Transports patients to and from health care facilities  Provides medical care within an applicable scope of practice  Prepares and submits reports as required  Participates in effective health and safety practices and advocate for paramedic safety at all times  Participates and responds to any large scale events as required  Maintains licenses and certification as required  Performs any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor  Adheres to all public service rules

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

 Must be aged 21 or older  Completion of high school with diploma or equivalent  Completion of an approved post-secondary EMT-B programme  Must be able to demonstrate and provide clear criminal record check  Current and valid TCI driver’s license  Current certification in CPR

Experience

• One (1) years’ experience in a health care related field is required. Experience within law enforcement, service within a military, or experience with uniformed public service is desirable. Two (2) years’ experience operating a motor vehicle is required for the position. SALARY: Grade 5.1 - $38,691.00 per annum plus allowances APPLICATION PROCEDURE Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page. Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate. Applications should be addressed to The Director, Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Applications can be hand delivered, Faxed to 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc. Applications without supporting documents will not be processed We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.