Employment Opportunities

 

Love County EMS is a model of excellence in rural EMS. Through our operation by Mercy Health - Love County and our partnership with the Chickasaw Nation Division of Commerce we are able to offer industry leading salaries, full Sisters of Mercy Health Systems benefits, hospital/ER experience, and a varied work place.  Training and continuing education programs are provided and conducted In-House. We are always seeking energetic co-workers who embrace teamwork and project the Sisters of Mercy Standards of care to others with compassion and dignity.  To begin the application process, fax or mail a CV or resume. 
Do not call.  Phone calls are not accepted, as they interrupt patient care. 
Fax or mail to:

Fax to:     (580) 276-4795   attention of  EMS Manager

Mail to:
                EMS Manager    
                Mercy Health-Love County
                300 Wanda
                Marietta, OK
                73448

POSITIONS:

  • Emergency Services Specialist - Fire Brigade

New Position!  New EMS division developed at WinStar World Casinos.  Medics are cross trained to provide fire prevention, protection, and rescue in the capacity of a fire brigade.  Primary duties are EMS based, staffing second out ambulance and assisting with medical needs inside casinos.  Shifts are 24 hours on, 48 hours off.  Applicants must have EMT-Basic or Paramedic with National Registry and be Oklahoma license eligble.  Must also hold a valid drivers license with clean record.  Must pass Physical Ability Test, see below.  Must pass medical exam following NFPA 1582.  Work out of brand new station, constructed in 2008.

  • Paramedic

As an Advanced Life Support service, staffing is primarily by EMT-Paramedics. Applicants must have National Registry status, and either have, or be eligible for an Oklahoma license. Applicants must also hold a valid drivers license with clean driving record. ACLS and PALS certification are required. Critical Care Transport is not required. Paramedics work 24 hours shifts, typically 10 per month, with some call days.

  • EMT-Basic

    As an Advanced Life Support service, staffing is primarily by EMT-Paramedics. EMT-Basics are utilized, primarily as drivers. EMT-Basics are also serve Emergency Room duties, exposing them to numerous learning opportunities. Applicants must have National Registry status, and either have, or be eligible for an Oklahoma license. Applicants must also hold a valid drivers license with clean driving record. EMT's work 24 hour shifts, typically 10 per month, with some call days.

  • First Aid   (Chickasaw Casinos)

    Love County EMS First Aid attendants provide initial medical care at the two main casinos operated by the Chickasaw Nation, Riverwind Casino in Norman, Oklahoma, and WinStar Casinos on I-35 at the Texas/Oklahoma border. First Aid applicants must be 18 years of age, a high school graduate, and possess some healthcare experience. EMT-Basic training is preferred but not required. Licensing is not required. First Aid staff works 12 hour shifts, alternating 3 and 4 days per week with every other weekend.

 

Physical Ability Test for ESS/Fire Brigade:

Applicants for ESS positions must demonstrate strength, endurance, and physical ability.

All applicants will complete the following physical ability test in less than 16 minutes total. 6 minutes are allowed for the run, 4 minutes for recovery, and 6 minutes for components. 

 
Conditions of testing:
1. Prior to physical ability testing, it is recommended that candidates review their health status with a physician to determine if there are any pre-existing conditions that would exclude the candidate from safely participating.
2. A liability waiver is required to participate in testing.
3. All testing will be conducted on premises of Station 1 or Station 2 in active working areas. Spectators and family cannot be accommodated.
4. Testing will be conducted primarily outdoors, regardless of weather. Shorts or athletic pants, T-shirt, and athletic shoes are recommended.
5. Running is not permitted, brisk walking only. 
6. A ladder climb using an aerial truck will be completed at a later session. Successful completion of the first session can result in an offer of conditional employment, but the aerial ladder climb must be successfully completed later when made available. Failure can result in termination of employment.
 
Components, in order. Each component must be passed before proceeding:
  1. RUN: 12 lead applied. Complete ½ mile on treadmill at 1.5 degree incline in 6 minutes or less.
  2. 12 lead EKG performed by Paramedic or PA who will check for any ventricular arrhythmia or signs of ischemia such as ST segment depression. Testing will stop if any is found.
  3. At least 4 minute rehab during which EKG and gear donning occur. Don wildland coat, SCBA air pack, gloves, and helmet. Airpack is not used for breathing.
  4. EXTENSION LADDER CLIMB : At 10 minute mark,  climb 20’extension ladder on building TWICE. Must place both hands on top rung and both feet on ground.
  5. HOSE CARRY: Pick up hose pack of 2 ½” line weighing 35 lbs, carry 100’ through serpentine course.
  6. HOSE DRAG:  drag charged 1 ½” line from pumper for 100’.
  7. KEISER SLED:. Drive sled past finish line.
  8. LADDER LIFT: Return to pumper, remove 14’ roof ladder and place on ground. Replace ladder on pumper.
  9. EQUIPMENT CARRY:  Pick up two gas powered rescue saws and carry 100’.
  10.  POLE VENT:  Place feet behind line, place hands outside of the orange zone on pole, lift 35 lb hose pack off ground and to full extension 20 times.
  11.  DUMMY DRAG: 185 lb dummy. Lift dummy using any technique and drag or carry dummy 50’. Entire Dummy must cross finish line.
  12.  AERIAL LADDER CLIMB: When made available, will climb ladder extended 60’ at 60 degrees.
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