Paramedic or Advanced EMT

Paramedic or Advanced EMT page is loaded## Paramedic or Advanced EMTlocations: Elizabethtown, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0078921Building Name: ECH - Elizabethtown Community HospitalLocation Address: 75 Park Street, Elizabethtown New YorkRegularDepartment: ECH - TransportFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80Shift: Eve/Night-12HrPrimary Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AMWeekend Needs: As ScheduledSalary Range: Min $23.57 Mid $29.46 Max $35.35Recruiter: Greg CaryThe Paramedic provides care for patients during inter-facility transfers and 911 calls with the scope of practice for each level of (A) EMT- (Advanced, Critical Care, or Paramedic). Qualifications / Job Requirements: • Have an current AEMT card and have on-line status • Knowledge and Skills required show need for high school or equivalent education • Ability to communicate effectively via telephone and radio equipment • Ability to lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance) • Ability to interpret oral, written and diagnostic form instructions • Ability to use good judgment and remain calm in high stress situations • Ability to be unaffected by loud noises and flashing lights • Ability to function efficiently without interruption throughout an entire work shift • Ability to calculate weight and volume ratios • Ability to read English language, manuals and road maps • Ability to accurately discern street signs and addresses • Ability to interview patients, patient family members and bystanders • Ability to document, in writing, all relevant information in prescribed format in light of legal ramifications of such • Ability to converse, in English, with coworkers and hospital staff with regard to the status of the patient • Possesses good manual dexterity with ability to perform all tasks related to the highest quality patient care • Ability to bend, stoop and crawl on uneven terrain • Ability to withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold and moisture • Ability to work in low light situations and confined spaces • Ability to work with other providers to make appropriate patient care decisions Must demonstrate competency in all EMT-B skills and equipment usage. Must be able to provide Advanced Life Support using the AEMT-Intermediate skills and equipment. Must be able to administer appropriate medications. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Vermont Medical Center