Paramedic

Overview:

As a non-transport provider, the Paramedic’s primary tasks are to initiate basic and advanced life support care to ill and injured guests and team members, and respond to medical/trauma calls in an amusement park setting. All Paramedics need to have strong work ethic and be must able to operate within I.D.P.H. Region X’s EMT-P scope of practice.

Responsibilities:

Provide basic and advanced emergency and non-emergency medical care to team members and guests in accordance with established park and Region X System protocols.

Triage patients when multiple calls or patients overwhelm available personnel; make appropriate determinations about dispositions and transports

Use an electronic tablet for documenting reports

Complete checks on bags, monitors, drugs, vehicles, and treatment areas before, during, and after each shift; restock supplies as necessary.

Assist BLS crews on calls when requested and sufficient personnel are available.

Assist Paramedic and EMT-B Supervisors with skills training of EMT-B personnel

Safely operate department vehicles

Answer calls for emergency assistance via telephone and radio

Perform drug and alcohol screens on team members in accordance with park policies

Transport team members to off-site acute care facilities for occupational health services

Maintain a clean work area; perform basic cleaning of First Aid facilities (mop floors, vacuum carpets, empty trash cans, wipe down counters and beds, First Aid van is vacuumed and cleaned; etc.)

Complete safety ride audits and safety inspections at direction of Safety staff and First Aid Supervisors and Leads

Maintain a professional relationship with guests and team members

Maintain grooming standards according to the standard and policies set by Six Flags Great America and the Safety Department

Adhere to all park labor policies pertaining to breaks taken, length of shift and types of work performed

Qualifications:

Age Requirement: 18 years or older

Education: High school diploma or GED

Licensure and Certification:

Current Illinois Department of Public Health (D.P.H.) Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic License. Wisconsin License or National Registry License must meet reciprocity requirements with I.D.P.H.

Current American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider CPR/AED Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Must meet Region X system entry requirements through Highland Park Hospital

Obtain and maintain a valid Park Vehicle Operator’s Permit

Strong written and verbal communications

Basic knowledge of computers and copiers

Reliable means of transportation to and from work

Knowledge of, and ability to use, all EMS equipment used in the park (cardiac monitor/defibrillator, pulse oximeter, stair chair, etc)

Ability to handle moderate levels of stress related to high work load

Safety awareness and general housekeeping

Flexible to changes

Available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions

Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude

Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others

Temporary