Paramedic

Job Summary Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice. Duties and Responsibilities Conduct a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assist other medical personnel as necessary. Administer prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport. Provide careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance. Provide safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility. Provide a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination. Document all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtain and record non‑medical patient information as required. Complete other patient documentation and forms as required. Conduct regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the paramedic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order. Upon completion of transport, be responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service. Be responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s equipment and its proper use at all times. Document and report all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required. In the absence of other qualified personnel, be responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary. In the absence of other qualified personnel, be responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders. In both the emergency and non‑emergency setting, operate/drive the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised. Follow all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment. Attend all mandatory meetings as scheduled. Complete assigned station and station grounds duties. Order supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed. Complete assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required. Complete all required company reports and logs and, when necessary, provide other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information. As an approved Field Training Officer, be responsible for training new employees as directed. As an approved Field Training Officer, be responsible for precepting EMT‑Basic, Intermediate and Paramedic students as directed. Meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic and Intermediate job descriptions. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. National and/or State certification as a Paramedic determined by appropriate state requirements. Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association. Current ACLS certification as established by the American Heart Association. Current and valid state‑issued driver’s license determined by appropriate state requirements (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D” driver’s license). Be able to read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers. Possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports. Possess the ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers. Be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies. Be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions. Additional certifications such as NALS, PALS, PHTLS, PEEP, and Instructor certifications are preferred but not required. Interpersonal Requirements Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms. Achieve the accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small. Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results. Have a sense of urgency for all work performed. Maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co‑workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public. Training Requirements Orientation to job requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Travel Position No, Assigned to a Location Location Beaumont, Texas 77701, United States Position Type. Full‑time We offer comprehensive insurance benefits for full‑time employees, including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision coverages, along with 401(k) and ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), and Vacation and Sick time. Acadian Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer /Affirmative Action Employer. Employment is based solely upon one's individual merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, veterans, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr