Paramedic - 88897

Paramedic - 88897

Northern Light Mayo Hospital | US:ME:Dover Foxcroft | Emergency Services | Full Time

Description

Provides clinical management of patients under Maine EMS protocols and within the scope of the licensure during emergency and routine ambulance runs. Responsible for meeting applicable State of Maine, and department standards for managing all assigned personnel, equipment and supplies, and for promoting teamwork with other pre-hospital care givers, physicians, and hospital personnel.

• Competent in the use of equipment on board the ambulance.
• Appropriately follows EMS protocols in the management of patient care.
• Demonstrates competency in the care of all patients.
• Sets priorities and demonstrates ability to facilitate the care of patients during emergency situations
• Demonstrates competency in procedures within scope of practice.
• Operates the ambulance in a safe and prudent manner following hospital policy, and State of Maine laws.
• EMS QA/QI expectations.
• 100% of runs requiring review completed.
• 100% successful completion of quarterly skills labs.
• 75% attendance at QA/QI sessions.

Other Information

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

• Required Emergency Med Tech - Paramedic

Education

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Need to drive to perform responsible duties.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Prolonged periods of walking.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.