Pointed Paramedic - .6
22 days ago
Fort Wayne
Job Description Department: Operations Reports To: Field Supervisor Summary: 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) courses monthly., • 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, • CPR certification, • Must be at least 18 years of age Hour Requirements • Must work a minimum of 48 hours per pay period (biweekly), • Work a minimum of one full shift per week, • Work a minimum of two weekend shifts per month, • A weekend shift is defined as a Friday evening through Sunday evening shift, • Must be able to sit; climb or balance; step, stoop, kneel, or crouch., • Must be able to frequently lift and/or carry up to 125 pounds and occasionally lift and/or carry up to 200 pounds., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus., • Must be alert and attentive at all times throughout shift., • Shall not engage in any activity that may distract them from full attention of the expected tasks and assigned duties., • Must be cooperative in team environment., • Must be able to function and react quickly at all times., • Must be able to stay calm and make swift decisions under adverse conditions., • Navigational and driving skills., • Adaptable with a great deal of stamina. Working Environment: • Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and to blood/body fluids, requires respirator use, fumes/odors, extended day, and temperature changes. Frequently works with others, face-to-face contact with others with exposure to noise, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment. Performs shift work and performs duties frequently in a mobile environment and in confined areas.