Paramedic

Emergency Medical Services Director

Provides the best possible emergency care by being prepared to respond to a medical emergency in a timely and safe manner. Oversees and overall responsible for patient care when staffed as the higher level provider. Maintains ambulances, ensures ambulances are operating and ready to respond, patient care equipment is tested and functioning, and ambulances are stocked with appropriate supplies per OEMS and SOPs. Evaluates scene safety and need for LEO prior to arriving on scene. Provides patient assessment and initiates appropriate care as indicated in protocols and scope of practice per state. Administers medications and intravenous solutions per licensure, protocol, or med-control. Communicates with Med-control regarding patient conditions. Chooses appropriate hospital designation per hospital policy, protocol, or med-control. Willing to provide assistance to other EMS crews when requested. Capable of working long shifts. Communicates appropriately and professionally on radios. Follows FCC guidelines and regulations. Supports and enforces infection control policies and procedures. Anticipates and responds effectively to emergency and stressful situations. Appropriate use of helicopter. Follow protocol. Patient care documentation is accurate, timely, and thorough. Documentation meets standards per OEMS and billing compliance. Maintains positive working relationships with Nursing Units, CCSO, MFD, MPD, and other agencies that EMS work with regularly. Follows policies for medications and narcotic administration and stock replenishing. Follows departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Participates in EMS and hospitals safety program. Participates in Fit to work. Participates in planning changes and improvements. Maintains all education requirements according to organization and state. Willing to provide assistance to other EMS crews when requested. Will be required to transport inter-facility transports as needed. Maintains professional approach with confidentiality. Displays concerns and initiative. Adheres to hospital policies regarding punctuality and absences. Adheres to uniform policy. Works as Director schedules and is flexible. Practices scripting and communication with family and family members. Performs any and all duties assigned by Director.

Qualifications

Education: Associates or better in Paramedic.

Licenses & Certifications: Required Paramedic

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