Exposure/Sensory Requirements:
Exposure to:
Chemicals: Auto soaps and waxes, Armor all (tires), window cleaners (ammonia), bleach, floor cleaners, strippers and wax, alcohol.
Video Display Terminals: None
Blood and Body Fluids: EMT positions are exposed through patient care of traumatically injured patients, initiating IV therapy, endotracheal intubation, transfer of incontinent patients, and removal of deceased patients.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Possible exposure to undiagnosed patients during field care and transportation.
Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with patient and over communication devices.
Vision: Correctable to 20/20 for driving and patient assessment, reading monitors, and checking blood pressure.
Smell: Assess odors on patient's airway, vapors or fumes at scene.
Hearing: Ability to hear lung and heart sounds, radio communications, and the patient's voice.
Touch: Good sensation to assess pulse qualities, skin temperatures, and moisture. Manipulate patient care, equipment.
Activity/Lifting Requirements:
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 25%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 15%
Crawl: 1%
Walk: 15%
Kneel: 2%
Lift: 10%
Drive: 18%
Squat: 6%
Climb: 3%
Bend: 8%
Reach above shoulders: 1%
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
- Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
- Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
- Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
- Up to 50 lbs: Frequently
- Up to 75 lbs: Frequently
- Up to 100 lbs: Frequently
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Cot and sup-plies to patient-arms length to 20 minutes. Patients, cots and supplies to ambulance-arms length to 20 minutes often over 200 lbs. Lift cot and patient into ambulance from ground level to waist height, lasting 30 seconds. Move patient from bed to cot to bed from knee to waist level and back. Carry patients up and down stairs-knee level to over head. Carry patient's belongings to ambulance and into house-arms length for several minutes.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 240
Twist: 20
Stand: 180
Crawl: 5
Walk: 60
Kneel: 5
Lift: 20
Drive: 240
Squat: 5
Climb: 10
Bend: 15
Reach above shoulders: 20
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs. Normal weight: 5-10# frequent
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: 150-300# frequent
Fine Manipulation: Attaching monitor leads, oxygen controls, writing/form completion, opening/closing door latches, IV initiation, drawing and administering medication and intubation.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Required for driving vehicle. Approximately 15 lbs. for accelerator and up to 65 pounds for brakes.
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:
Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
- Inside hours: 15
- Outside hours : 9
- Temperature: Extreme cold, Extreme hot
- Lighting: Very Dark, Very Bright
- Noise levels: Very loud, Very soft
- Humidity: Humid, Dry
- Atmosphere: Fumes
Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Radiation, Chemical - Mech-Traffic, steps, extrication/packaging equip. Elec.-Monitors, Defibrillators. Chem-spills from accidents, germicidal agents, cleaning supplies. Radiation-accident scenes, transport pts. to radiology appointments.
Protective Clothing Required: Latex gloves, disposable gowns, face shields, eye protection.
Pay Range
USD $24.36 - USD $30.09 /Hr
Responsibilities
- Required experience
- Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
- Must be able to perform job duties in all weather conditions and at any time of day or night.
- Preferred Experience
- Strong communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
- Proficiency in advanced medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care.
- Required Licensure/Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Paramedic certification by the Illinois Department of Health
- As of 9/22/2025, staff must obtain a valid Illinois Class C drivers license within 30 days of this date or of hire
- 18 years of age to meet insurability in Riversides vehicle insurance program
- Must provide proof of a valid driving record to meet insurability in Riversides vehicle insurance program
- Valid BLS certification
- Preferred Licensure/Education
- Associates degree
- Certificate in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Certificate in Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support
- This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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