Field Paramedic

Responsibilities Performs a primary and secondary survey on every patient to ensure that all illnesses or injuries are found and treated rapidly. Ensures that all the proper equipment is brought to the patient to begin immediate medical care as required. Ensures that the patient maintains a patent airway and uses several different airway devices up to the ET tube based on the situation. Controls all major bleeding and uses acceptable techniques when applying direct pressure, elevation or pressure points to the use of a tourniquet. Transports patients safely to the facility of choice on all calls and recognizes the need to transport critical patients to the closest hospital. Contacts medical control and relays patient reports over the radio to the physician in charge and follows direct orders to continue care while in transport to the hospital. Documents in descriptive legible form on the PCR the patient’s condition, noting initial impression, medical history and any treatment rendered noting pertinent negatives/positives. Keeps dispatch informed of departures, arrivals and any other related important information via the radio at all times. Applies the needed skills to replace and repackage all equipment that is used during a call. Qualifications 2 years of EMS related experience required. Education: High School Diploma/GED required. Licenses and Certifications NREMT-P EMT-P State of LA CPR Certification Defensive Driving Hazmat Awareness ACLS PALS within 6 months CPI within 90 days Chauffer’s license or equivalent Work Shift Variable Hours (United States of America) LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr LCMC Health