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*New Starting Rate of Pay for 2025: *

Paramedic: $68,760 +

*Recently Developed Offerings: *

* Updated competitive wages
* Vacation accrual rate
* Lateral transfer options to eligible applicants
* Longevity incentive

*Description:*

Sandusky County Emergency Medical Service (SCEMS) is seeking qualified EMTs and Paramedics.

SCEMS is a third service, government-based 911 EMS system that serves approximately 60,000 citizens and visitors within 418 square miles of Sandusky County. On average,

SCEMS responds to approximately 8,000 incidents per year. SCEMS covers a diverse response area, urban and rural EMS. A combination of twenty (20) interstates, major US highways, and state routes converge in Sandusky County. Additionally, SCEMS provides mutual aid services to surrounding areas, occasionally emergent transfers, public assistance, and community outreach.

SCEMS operates out of five (5) stations. Each station houses one (1) Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance that answer 911 calls within a designated territory of Sandusky County. SCEMS Headquarters houses an ALS command vehicle that responds on high acuity incidents and provides EMS support. Further, headquarters is staffed with multiple command officers that staff ALS support vehicles. Additionally, SCEMS provides county and regional assets: bariatric equipment and ambulance, transport capable ATV, and a mass casualty/rehabilitation trailer.

SCEMS operates Type I and Type III ambulances equipped with Stryker Power Pro-2 Stretchers and Power Load systems. In addition, all units are equipped with Zoll X-Series cardiac monitors, AutoPulse mechanical CPR devices, Zoll Z-Vent Ventilators, Stryker Powered Stair Chairs, GlideScope 2 Video Laryngoscope, and Handtevy Pediatric Bags. SCEMS utilizes the Northeast Ohio Regional EMS Protocols, with an active onsite medical director.

SCEMS is proud to offer employee-focused management, progressive protocols, state-of the art equipment, overtime opportunities, and career ladder that includes both educational and pay incentives.

Full job description and application are available following the link below:

https://sanduskycountyoh.gov/index.php?page=links

*Pay Range:*

_Paramedic: $68,760- $75,135 _

*Requirements: *

* State of Ohio Paramedic Certification;
* Certified in AHA BLS Healthcare Provider CPR;
* Paramedics are required have or obtain AHA ACLS and PALS certification
* Valid Driver's License;
* And capable of passing the medical physical ability test (MedPAT) and background check.

Benefits:

* 24/48 Shift Rotation
* Sick and Vacation leave accrual: accrual begins at time of employment
* Health Insurance
* Shared Cost
* 15% Employee
* 85% Employer
* Vision and Dental Insurance
* Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
* County life insurance policy of 25,000
* Voluntary life insurance
* Wellness program
* Deferred compensation
* Employee assistance program

*SCEMS Offers:*

* Employer paid, internal continuing education: state and national criteria for renewal
* Seniority Transfers: yearly opportunity to transfer station
* Shift Trades: unlimited shift trade
* Uniform Allowance: uniforms ordered biannually
* Internal paramedic educational program: employer financial assistance
* Double time for worked holidays and 10-paid hours for non-worked holidays
* Career progression: educational, special teams, and internal role advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $68,760.00 per year

Benefits:
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Uniform allowance
* Wellness program

Work Location: In person