Paramedic - Ambulance Services - Roper Saint Francis Primary Care Rivers

Paramedic

Working under the direction of a Senior Paramedic, Critical Care Paramedic or alone, the Paramedic assumes the responsibility for assessing, stabilizing and transporting critically sick and injured patients. This role is responsible for assessing the status of patients and planning and providing care based on their assessment. The Paramedic must be able to make quick and safe decisions pertaining to patient care in highly stressful conditions. All care entered should be based upon sound clinical judgment, standing orders and interactions with physicians.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Three years (EMT-B, EMT-I, or EMT-P) required; EMS experience preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification as EMT-P or Paramedic in South Carolina or National Registry required. Must have current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider and ACLS.
• Other: PHTLS/ITLS and PALS or PEPP preferred. Instructor certification in BLS, ACLS and/or PALS a plus. This position requires operation of a vehicle for Roper St. Francis Healthcare business. Due to this job requirement, the selected candidate/employee must possess a valid, current South Carolina driver's license. In addition, the selected candidate/employee must be insurable under the Roper St. Francis Healthcare vehicle insurance plan, which will be verified by reviewing licensure and driving record.

Contacts: Daily contact with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and support staff.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.