Health Technician (Paramedic)

Paramedic Duties

Performs Paramedic duties by identifying and treating trauma and/or medical emergencies using knowledge and skill in emergency medicine techniques.

Performs a range of diagnostic support duties using acquired knowledge of the major body systems to provide patient care and ensure appropriate patient handling.

Assists with moving, lifting, and carrying patients to emergency vehicles and appropriate treatment facility.

Performs safety and maintenance inspection on emergency and patient transport vehicles and equipment.

Independently conducts a complete assessment using advance knowledge of topographic anatomy.

Department of Health and Human Services