Paramedic (EMT-P)

The Paramedic provides advanced life support (ALS) emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital, inter-facility transport, and emergency response settings across Alaska’s challenging environments. The Paramedic operates under the medical direction of the agency’s department-approved physician medical director and in full compliance with the Alaska Scope of Practice for Paramedics (7 AAC 26) and National EMS Scope of Practice standards. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Respond promptly and safely to 911 emergency calls, scheduled transports, inter-facility transfers, and special events in varied Alaska conditions (roads, weather, trails, and remote areas). Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver advanced life support, including advanced airway management (endotracheal intubation, supraglottic airways), IV/IO access, medication administration, ECG monitoring and interpretation, manual defibrillation/cardioversion, and other ALS procedures within scope. Administer medications per protocols and standing orders, including but not limited to ACLS medications, pain management, anti-arrhythmics, vasopressors, and other approved ALS drugs. Operate ambulances and emergency response vehicles safely under challenging Alaska road, weather, trail, and environmental conditions. Communicate effectively with dispatch, receiving facilities, online medical control, and other providers via radio, phone, and electronic systems. Complete accurate, timely electronic patient care reports (ePCR) in compliance with NEMSIS, Alaska state reporting requirements, and agency standards. Restock, clean, and maintain unit equipment, vehicles, and station quarters at the beginning and end of each shift. Participate in continuing education, skills labs, quality improvement reviews, and agency training programs. Provide professional patient handoff and assist receiving providers at hospitals, clinics, or medevac aircraft. Support medevac operations as ground crew, including advanced patient packaging, stabilization, and safe transfer to fixed-wing or rotor-wing aircraft. Requirements Requirements Current State of Alaska Paramedic and/or (NREMT-P) license or ability to obtain via NREMT Paramedic reciprocity and Alaska licensure process within [30/60/90] days of hire. Current AHA ACLS, PALS (or equivalent), and BLS/Healthcare Provider CPR certifications. Valid Alaska driver’s license with a clean driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier. High school diploma or GED (college coursework or Associate’s degree in EMS preferred). Minimum 19 years of age. Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, physical exam (including DOT if required), and fit-for-duty evaluation. Sponsorship and ongoing approval under the agency’s department-approved EMS physician medical director upon hire.Strong physical fitness and ability to lift, carry, and move patients and equipment in austere or remote environments. Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed in Alaska’s unique conditions. Required Certifications Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Life Support Forestry Red Card NREMTP Paramedic Pediatric Advanced Life Support Prehospital Trauma Life Support #J-18808-Ljbffr RescueLink