Paramedic - Full Time

divh2Paramedic - Full Time/h2pParamedics at Centralus Health Ambulance (CHT) play a vital role in advancing our mission to deliver high-quality, compassionate emergency medical care and transport services that strengthen the well-being of our communities. Paramedics provide advanced life support (ALS), comprehensive patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and emergency care under medical direction. Paramedics may also assist with interfacility and critical care transports, community paramedicine initiatives, and disaster response operations as directed. As a member of the CHT team, you will be part of a dynamic, mission-driven organization that values professionalism, teamwork, and personal accountability./ppThis position is physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding, requiring advanced clinical judgment, resilience, and a strong commitment to patient care. Paramedics must meet established functional standards and maintain readiness to respond to emergencies with competence and composure while managing complex medical and traumatic conditions. Each team member represents the organizations commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, and respect, both within the workplace and in the communities we serve./ppAt CHT, job expectations are designed to promote transparency, accountability, and growth. You will be expected to uphold our Mission, Vision, and Core Values in all aspects of your work, support organizational goals, and contribute positively to a respectful, supportive team culture. Through dedication to advanced clinical practice, ongoing education, and professionalism, you will help ensure that every patient interaction reflects the compassion, integrity, and excellence that define Centralus Health Ambulance./ppJob Functions/polliUphold Mission and Values: Support and embody Centralus Health System and Centralus Health Ambulances Mission, Vision, Core Values, and strategic goals in all duties and interactions./liliEnsure Safety and Compliance: Prioritize safety at all times, adhering to organizational policies, procedures, traffic laws, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations./liliDeliver Quality Patient Care: Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, assess and treat patients according to BLS protocols, and provide compassionate, high-quality care/liliCommunicate and Collaborate: Maintain clear, professional communication with dispatch, coworkers, other responders, and receiving facilities to ensure seamless care coordination./liliDocument and Maintain Readiness: Complete accurate and timely patient care documentation; maintain ambulance, equipment, and station readiness, including restocking and infection control./liliDemonstrate Professional Accountability: Take responsibility for decisions and actions, perform assigned tasks to high standards, and promote transparency and continuous improvement./liliEngage in Learning and Growth: Participate in ongoing education, skill development, and quality improvement efforts to enhance professional competence and career growth./liliPromote Wellness and Team Culture: Recognize the challenges of EMS work, advocate for personal and team well-being, and contribute to a positive, respectful, and enjoyable work environment./liliHave fun and enjoy the work that you do./li/olpSuccess Factors/pulliMission-Driven Caregiver: You demonstrate unwavering commitment to Centralus Healths mission by providing compassionate, high-quality medical care that improves community well-being and strengthens trust in our health system./liliSafety and Compliance Advocate: Consistently adheres to safety, infection control, and privacy standards; promotes a culture of accountability and risk awareness./liliTeam-Oriented Professional: You actively contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and supportive workplace, while valuing communication, mutual respect, and shared purpose in every interaction with colleagues, patients, and community partners./liliComposed Under Pressure: You remain calm, focused, and decisive during high-stress and emotionally charged situations, applying sound judgment and clinical skill to ensure safety and effective patient outcomes./liliContinuous Learner and Self-Developer: You take initiative in maintaining your clinical proficiency, pursuing new learning opportunities, and engaging in constructive feedback to improve both individual and team performance./liliAccountable and Integrity-Driven: You take ownership of your actions and decisions, uphold the organizations standards, and model professionalism both on and off duty, serving as a trusted representative of Centralus Health./liliAdaptive Problem-Solver: You approach challenges with creativity, flexibility, and a solutions-focused mindset, balancing operational efficiency with empathy and ensuring patient, team, and organizational needs are met./li/ulpEducation / Experience Qualifications/pulliGraduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED or similar)/liliValid New York State Paramedic certification/liliValid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification./liliValid American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification./liliValid American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification./liliPossess a NYS motor vehicle operators license Class D or higher for at least the prior three years./liliComplete FEMA Independent Study Courses: IS- 5.a, IS-100.c, IS-200.c, IS-700.b, IS-800.d (or most recent versions)/li/ululliExperience in a hospital-based or system-integrated EMS agency preferred./liliAssociates degree;/liliValid International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification;/liliFEMA ICS-300 and ICS-400/li/ulpPhysical and Other Requirements/polliAny person desiring to become an Paramedic team member at CHT shall meet the following requirements :/liliMinimum Eligibility Requirements/liliMust be at least eighteen (18) years of age./liliMaintain a driver rating of Acceptable or higher, as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) guideline (203.01.01.01)./liliMaintain a Quality Assurance Status of Acceptable or Clear as outlined in the Quality Assurance (QA) Status guideline (203.01.01.01)./liliMust not have any pending criminal charges that, if convicted, would prohibit employment or membership in the organization, or otherwise compromise the integrity or image of Centralus Health Ambulance./liliTraining and Professional Readiness Requirements/liliSuccessfully complete an initial Member Training Program and probationary period./liliSuccessfully engage in continual Member Training and Annual Requalification as outlined in the Member Training and Annual Requalification guideline (205.01.01.04) for the level of service being provided to the community./liliMeet minimum hourly or shift requirements either on a monthly or quarterly basis as set forth by the Chief./liliCommunication and Cognitive Requirements/liliAbility to communicate effectively via telephone, radio equipment, and in person./liliAbility to interpret oral, written, and diagnostic form instructions accurately./liliAbility to exercise sound judgment and remain calm in high-stress or emotionally charged situations./liliAbility to read and comprehend English-language materials, including manuals, maps, and medical documentation./liliAbility to accurately discern street signs, addresses, and environmental cues in varied conditions./liliAbility to interview patients, family members, and bystanders to obtain relevant medical and situational information./liliAbility to document all relevant information clearly and completely in the prescribed format, recognizing the legal significance of such records./liliAbility to converse effectively in English with coworkers, dispatchers, and hospital personnel regarding patient status and care./liliPhysical Requirements/liliAbility to lift, carry, and balance up to one hundred twenty-five (125) pounds./liliPossess good manual dexterity with the ability to perform all assigned tasks with precision and care./liliAbility to bend, stoop, crawl, and maneuver safely on uneven terrain./liliAbility to function efficiently throughout an entire operational period without undue fatigue or interruption./liliAbility to work effectively in varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold, moisture, and low-light situations./liliAbility to remain unaffected by loud noises, flashing lights, and other environmental stressors commonly encountered in emergency response settings./liliOperational and Task Performance Requirements/liliAbility to complete required tasks and special assignments as directed./liliAbility to adhere to all operational safety standards, infection control protocols, and departmental guidelines./liliAdministrative and Health Requirements/liliAnnually submit a completed physician-signed Health and Wellness Attestation and updated immunization record in compliance with Centralus Health policy./liliIt shall be the/li/ol/div