Paramedic

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Paramedic Full Time Technical Statesboro, GA, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1044 Salary Range: $24.00 To $24.00 Hourly Job Summary Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in the performance of the duties of your licensed level within Gold Cross EMS, including operation of an emergency vehicle, and performs related work as required. Responsible for medical treatment and stabilization of all patients using definitive techniques, under the direction of a physician, in accordance with state EMS policies, scope of practice, current approved Gold Cross EMS protocols, and professional codes of conduct and services. Supervisor Field Supervisor Essential Job Function Thorough knowledge of Gold Cross EMS patient care protocols, including how and when they may be utilized. Responsibility for medical treatment and stabilization of all patients using definitive techniques, under direction of a physician, in accordance with current approved Gold Cross EMS protocols to appropriate scope of practice. Thorough knowledge of GCEMS territory, street names, and number system of streets. Knowledge of the location of hospitals and emergency departments in the service area. Knowledge of navigation using maps and/or a computerized mapping system. Knowledge of medical codes and pertinent GCEMS radio signals and procedures. Maintaining thorough up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of emergency medicine relative to pre-hospital treatment or medical emergencies through independent study. Required to conduct or participate in all educational classes as needed. As a team member ensuring the unit, all drugs, IV fluids, supplies, and equipment are properly inventoried and accounted for according to current policy and procedure. Share responsibility for the condition and maintenance of the EMS unit and equipment, ensuring that all equipment and supplies are in order at the beginning of the shift and reporting any deficiencies in the daily unit check-off and to the Field Supervisor on duty. Keep abreast of any changes of status, conditions, or operational procedure of the unit or equipment. Arriving on scene of a medical emergency, the EMT shall take command of said medical emergency to the appropriate scope of practice for level held in the event a GCEMS officer or Paramedic is not on scene. If a GCEMS officer is on scene, the EMT shall report to said officer for instructions. If a GCEMS officer arrives on scene after the EMT has established command of the medical emergency, they shall report to said officer and present the officer with an up-to-date account of actions that have taken place. Work as a team, striving to perform all duties in a spirit of partnership. The position of driver and technician can be rotated, but the care is dictated by the higher‑level provider, and advanced level care will be performed and continued by the CT or Paramedic. All duties carry shared responsibility. When responding to an emergency as EVO, the EMT shall drive in a safe and appropriate manner, with due regard, consistent with the training and guidelines established in the EMS emergency vehicle operations course. Comply with all applicable departmental and company policies, procedures, directives, and protocols. Other Job Functions Assist as required by departmental needs with other tasks as assigned by the on‑duty Field Supervisor, or other Administrative Officer. Assist with logistics and/or maintenance duties as departmental needs dictate. Participate in EMS duties for overall cleanliness and general maintenance to include office, station, parking lot, unit, and equipment as directed by daily duties, the on‑duty Field Supervisor, or other Administrative Officer. Minimum Qualifications Must be 21 years of age. Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must have a current driver’s license. Must provide a current Motor Vehicle Report and meet the current driver standards set by the company’s insurance provider. Must have current State of Georgia EMT‑R, EMT, EMT‑Intermediate, or Advanced EMT certification or current South Carolina EMT or Advanced EMT certification with National Registry certification. Must have current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification. One year experience as EMT provider is preferred. Other As an absolute condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a drug‑free workplace agreement. The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. #J-18808-Ljbffr