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

Paramedic

Provides 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.

Required Behavioral Skills:

• Integrity: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing. The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System.
• Compassion: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact. Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.
• Accountability: Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues. Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.
• Respect: Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population. Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
• Excellence: Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making. Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes. Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects. Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Completion of an approved MICT - Paramedic course.

Required License/Registration/Certification:

• PALS – Pediatric Life Support or PEPP – Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals within 90 days of start date.
• Current Kansas MICT-Paramedic certification.
• Valid Kansas driver's license.

We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.