Single Role Paramedic

About the role

The Single Role Paramedic performs all work consistent with the Paramedic certification level as specified by the Oregon Health Authority. Other duties include training, public education, equipment and station maintenance, and other related assignments. Paramedics work under the supervision of a Fire Captain. Paramedics do not supervise but may be the lead paramedic at the scene and as such will provide direction to others in the coordination of patient care. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel or students.

Responsibilities

• Perform paramedic duties consistent with Oregon Health Authority certification
• Provide training, public education, and equipment/station maintenance
• Act as lead paramedic at emergency scenes, coordinating patient care
• Provide training and orientation to new personnel or students

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
• Pass pre-employment background check (may include medical, psychological, and drug testing, including marijuana)
• Oregon Driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of residency and meet City driving standards
• Oregon Paramedic or National Registry Paramedic certification with ability to qualify for Oregon reciprocity by date of hire
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• PALS, PHTLS, FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications
• Hazardous Materials Awareness certification

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family
• Paid vacation and sick time per City policies
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary long-term care insurance
• Employee wellness program and assistance program
• Employee health clinic

Pay

Salaries are within the pay range specified for the Single Role Paramedic classification. Prior experience as an EMT or Paramedic at another agency is credited at a 1:1 ratio, with placement on the salary schedule based on years of experience. Salary increases occur at regular intervals based on years of service.

Schedule

Newly hired Paramedics will be assigned to one of two schedules based on department needs: a 40-hour work week following a 4/10 schedule assigned to a surge unit, or a 24-hour shift schedule. Schedule assignments are determined by the department based on available positions and operational needs.

About Us

The City of Salem is the second largest city in Oregon, located in the Willamette Valley. As the state capital with a population over 170,000, Salem is centrally located within an hour of Portland, the Cascade Mountains, and ocean beaches. The city offers a mix of new and historic neighborhoods and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce.