Paramedic

Job Description

Summary:

This position reports to a Field Supervisor. Paramedics are accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate and efficient manner, providing the highest standards of patient care while providing a safe and hazard- free environment. The Paramedic contributes to overall patient care in the areas of patient assessment, treatment, packaging, and transport.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

· Prompt and regular attendance at work.

· Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge and appropriate administration of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), PHTLS, PALS, EVOC and approved medical protocols.

· Assess and treat with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment), any medical situation while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according to current company standards.

· Must maintain neat and professional appearance at all times in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

· Maintain the ambulance and equipment in a clean, organized and response ready mode.

· Complete all patient care reports for each response with appropriate and complete patient care documentation and billing information.

· Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other individuals within the community and EMS system.

· Responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures provided in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

· Responsible for maintaining current state and county certifications.

· Must attend all Continuing Medical Education (CME) as required.

· Performs other such duties as may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Current Indiana Paramedic certification

· Valid Driver’s license

· Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) certification

· Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Full-time