Position Title: Temp - EMT,Basic

Employee Classification: EMT,Basic

College/Division: President's Office

Department: 500425-FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  $15.45

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  0.74 maximum

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Non-Exempt

Summary:  This is a temporary appointment with a pre-determined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary. Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period. Position may average up to 29 hours per week.

Classification Summary:
Under the supervision of the New Mexico State University Fire Department (NMSU FD), the Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) will perform duties associated with providing rescue services and emergency medical care to the sick and injured, on the NMSU Las Cruces campus, in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and NMSU FD's policies and medical protocols.

Classification Standard Duties:
The EMT-B will provide emergency and non -emergency services as requested. The EMT-B will provide medical treatment consistent with the EMT-B Scope of Practice as identified by Title 7 Chapter 27 Part 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code. They will also ensure completion of incident reports and activity reports, and participate in any NMSU and/or EMS training as identified by the NMSU Fire Chief. Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls calmly, efficiently and promptly; Administering basic and restricted advanced life support to patients at the scene in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. The EMT-B is allowed to administer additional drugs and approved medications through additional routes than is an EMS First Responder (EMSFR). The EMT-B is expected to be familiar with the skills and procedures allowed to be performed with and without medical direction, and the drugs that are permitted to be administered by their classification an the approved routes that may be used regulations and standards;Full details of the classifications may be found in Title 7 Chapter 27 Part 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code, Section 8, SCOPES OF PRACTICE FOR LICENSED EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PERSONNEL, Subsection K: EMS First Responders; Subsection L: EMT-Basic: Subsection M: EMT-Intermediate; and Subsection N: EMT-Paramedic; The EMT-B must perform all job responsibilities in a manner that protects patient privacy

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:High School Diploma, or GED certificate; Required Experience:One (1) year of experience as a paid, full-time EMT-B or two (2) years in a volunteer or combination paid/volunteer type EMS service provider or an equivalent combination of training and experience.; Equivalency:Any equivalent combination of training and experience.; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:EMT-B must have knowledge and ability to perform EMS skills as needed under medical direction per approved arm of the EMS Bureau's Standard of Care.; SKILLS:EMT-B must have records maintenance experience, computer skills, EMS reporting and EMS software knowledge, and above average technical reading, writing and oral communication. The EMT-B has additional allowable skills with Service Medical Director approval that include items such as wound management;; ABILITIES:Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands, communicate effectively in verbal and written form; establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers; and other firefighting and emergency services agencies. Ability to provide guidance and support to other EMT staff. Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) will provide medical treatment within the EMT-B Scope of Practice as identified by Title 7 Chapter 27 Part 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code and follow all applicable laws, NMSU regulations, NMSU Fire Department policies and medical protocols as set forth by NMSU’s Medical Director. They will ensure timely completion of incident reports, activity reports, and equipment inspection reports. They will participate in EMS training as identified as identified by the Fire Chief. The EMT-B is expected to be familiar with the skills and procedures allowed to be performed by their licensure level.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position
EMT positions must successfully complete:
• Final Background Check through NMSU Police Department;
• Test for illicit drug use.

Department Contact:  Johnny Carrillo; jcarr622@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Emergency Services – up to 24 hour shift

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.