Paramedic - Emergency Department - Full Time

Description Summary: The Emergency Medical Technician EMS is responsible for administering appropriate emergency medical treatment to people who have been injured in accidents or have other medical conditions, and assists in rendering advanced emergency medical treatment. Ability to operate an advanced life support ambulance to administer care. Routinely assists with the inspection of the ambulance and related equipment to ensure proper operation and sanitary cleanliness. Responsibilities: • Responds to the site of life-threatening situations, emergency medical situations and non-emergency calls. • Assists in leading a team of responders by coordinating activities to conduct triage, develop treatment plans, administer medical care and prepare p a t I e n t for transport to medical facility. • Insures the proper functioning of all emergency medical equipment and vehicles through regular checks; makes sure there is an adequate inventory supply maintained aboard emergency vehicles through regular checks. • Interacts with firefighters, law enforcement and other non-medical personnel at emergency scenes. • Performs related administrative tasks and all detailed documentation in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. • Handles hazardous materials, and ensures appropriate disposal in hazardous materials containers. • Ensures compliance to all OSHA regulations for Infection Control, Hazardous Materials Standards, and all job duties. • Responds to multiple casualty incidents and disasters and assists in providing appropriate medical oversight, triage, care, and transport in coordination with other responders. • Participates in periodic in-service training, or on an as needed basis, for any certified and non-certified updates relating to Emergency Medical Services and federal, State, and local EMT-B requirements. • Operates and utilizes an ambulance and related medical care response equipment and tools needed in response situations. • Makes decisions that conform to the norms, policies, and values of Champion EMS and adhere to federal, state, and local compliance and policy requirements. • Patient Focus/Patient Orientation - - Proactively seek opportunities to help patients and co-workers. Be courteous, calm, creative, and effective with difficult patients. Safety and Risk Management- Put safety first by anticipating and performing actions necessary to avoid hazardous work-related conditions which could result in injury, harm, or loss. • react well under pressure; Do not disclose protected health information (PHI) or other private information inappropriately. ask for and offer help when needed. Work Schedule: 24 HOURS Work Type: Full Time