The Paramedic is responsible for the oversight of all operational and clinical care associated with their assigned unit, and for the duration of their shift. This includes communication with patients, the public, dispatch, hospitals, etc. In addition, the Paramedic will be required to respond to various requests for service and will provide Basic Life support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) care as requested by the PSAP and/or designated communications center. All responses and patient contacts will require the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of patient care reports via an electronic submission method. Other duties may be assigned as availability and organizational needs allow. Above all else, the Paramedic will serve with compassion and professionalism.
Position Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire
- Must possess a high school Diploma or GED (degree preferred)
- Must have and maintain certification as a State & Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Must possess:
- a valid and current BLS for Healthcare Providers credential
- Current ACLS credential
- PHTLS & PALS (preferred)
- Defensive Driving Credential (preferred)
- NIMS 100, 200, 700 & 800 (preferred)
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Job Responsibilities:
- Works as a team to successfully oversee a single ambulance operation.
- Response to and completion of requests for service in accordance with organizational policy, industry standards, and scope of practice.
- Timely and accurate completion of patient care reports
- Direct patient care including, basic life support, and working with advanced life support resources as required.
- Completion of daily unit check sheets, ensuring all equipment is on-board and in proper working condition.
- Maintenance of station(s) and unit(s) in accordance with organizational policy
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and move 150lbs independently (300lbs with a partner)
- Able and willing to be seated, standing, walking, etc. for lengthy periods of time.
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
- Ability to successfully mitigate stressful situations with co-worker, healthcare providers, patients, and the general public
- Flexibility to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for service at any given time while assigned to a shift, including up until, and beyond, scheduled “off” times (in accordance with organization standard operating guidelines).
