DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the position is to provide Emergency Medical Services to the patients and transport sick injured persons to medical facilities, working as a member of an emergency medical team.  This position is located in the Creek Nation Community Hospital in Okemah OK. The Health System provides comprehensive health care services to Native Americans living within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation through the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Community Hospital (CNCH) and five (5) ambulatory health centers in Eufaula, Okemah, Okmulgee, Coweta and Sapulpa.  The Health System also maintains nine (9) Field Health operations consisting of the  Behavioral Health Services (BHS); Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Contract Health Services (CHS); Community Health Representative (CHR); the Elderly Nutrition (ENP); and the Women’s, Infants and Children (WIC) Programs; the Tobacco Prevention Program (TPP); the Reintegration Program (RIP); and the Diabetes Prevention Programs. 

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must meet the following requirements:

Completion of courses/training to satisfy State and/or National Licensure required for a Basic EMT. One (1) year related experience is preferred.  Incumbent must possess Current State and/or National licensure/certifications required for a Basic EMT and have completed Training in basic Life support.

EVALUATION METHODS: Applicants who meet the requirements described above will be evaluated to determine the extent to which they possess or have the potential to acquire knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics, (KSAP's) required of this position. Applicants should address the following KSAP's on a separate attachment to their application.

1.        Knowledge of State and National Paramedic or Emergency Medical Services operations and resources.

2.        Knowledge of specific techniques and instruments and ability to recognize factors which could directly affect results.

3.        Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with Hospital staff as well as the public, both orally and in writing.

4.        Skill and ability to work as a member of an emergency medical team.

5.        Ability to maintain a confident, professional demeanor.

6.        Ability to maintain strict confidentially.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit a current Health System employment application form or resume, (a transfer request form for current employees). The KSAP’s as outlined in the Evaluation Methods section should be addressed, but are not required. All application materials are to be submitted to the attention of the Staffing Coordinator.  For further information call Personnel Services at (918) 756-4333 Ext. 271.   The Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, however, Indian Preference will be applied.