Paramedic - EMS - FT/PT/PRN - Days or Nights

ParamedicProvides advanced and basic life support to sick and injured persons in the pre-hospital setting as authorized and directed by the Emergency Department Physician under protocols approved by the Emergency Services Critical Care Committee. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.Essential Functions:Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or the need for additional assistance.Assesses vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respirations, level of consciousness and skin).Provides patient extrication, hemorrhage control and monitors crystalloid IV administration.Provides basic patient care skills to include (basic airway management, airway suctioning, CPR, spinal immobilization, fracture management, wound care, and patient extrication from a vehicle.Provides Advanced Life Support skills to include (endotracheal intubation, transport ventilator operation, IV initiation and fluid therapy, intraosseous access, dysrrhythmia interpretation, defibrillation and cardioversion, medication administration, syringe pump operation, administer thorocentesis and cricothyrotomy, and continue patient care with further physician orders the Paramedic may receive).Assesses and treats patients with (burns, blunt and penetrating trauma, psychiatric emergencies, respiratory emergencies, OB emergencies, diabetic emergencies, pediatric emergencies, environmental emergencies, poisoning and substance abuse, and hazardous material exposure).Communicates patient condition, assessment and treatment to Emergency Department physicians and nursing staff via radio and cellular phone.Drives the mobile intensive care unit to and from the scene with due regard for weather and road conditions and hazards.Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).Serves a population newborn through geriatric.Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required:Ability to apply the principles of patient care.Basic keyboarding and computer skills.Ability to calculate percentages, proportions and volume.Ability to read, interpret and complete reports and documentation.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.Minimum Education and Experience Required:Completion of an approved MICT - Paramedic course.We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.