Paramedic - Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

CCH looking for a trained paramedic to be part of our team of healthcare professionals attending primarily out-of-hospital medical incidents. The job isn't simple but it is very rewarding. As an employee dealing mostly with emergencies you must be committed and focused. To be effective in the job, the ideal candidate must be very competent and knowledgeable as well as self-motivated and compassionate. Experience preferred.The goal is simply to contribute the best you can to help people in need and save lives.Position Type: Full Time. Health, Dental + Vision Insurance; PTO/STO; 401(A); Short Term/Long Term Disability.Requirements and skillsKnowledge of medical procedures, terminology and medicationsAbility to stay calm and make the right decisions in adverse conditionsAdaptable with a great deal of staminaExcellent working knowledge of medical equipment and devicesIntegrity and compassion towards human painValid driver's licenseCertified CPRCertified ACLSCertified PALSLicensed Paramedic with the State of MSResponsibilitiesOperate ambulance equipment and respond to radio transmissionsLead and coordinate the team responding to an emergencyEvaluate the patient's condition on the scene and perform preliminary diagnosisAttend to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying a variety of pre-hospital simple and advanced treatments (first aid, CPR, administering injections and oxygen etc.) or surgical proceduresUse tech equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatmentMonitor patient's condition en route to the hospitalCollaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors etc.)Write and submit concrete and accurate reports on incidentsAdhere to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standardsKeep abreast with new treatment and medical procedures through continuous training