Paramedic

Job Description

Position Description

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency pre-hospital calls calmly, efficiently, promptly and safely.

Required for Application

• Current National Registry of EMT Paramedic Certificate & South Dakota ALS License.
• Current AHA BLS CPR & ACLS Certifications.
• AHA PALS Certification or equivalent.
• Current BTLS or PHTLS Certification, recommended.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800     

Key Responsibilities (may not include all of the functions performed)

• Provides basic and advanced life support to patients in the pre-hospital setting at the paramedic level within the YCEMS Treatment and Operational Guidelines, while under direct or indirect supervision of the Ambulance Administrator, Senior Paramedic or Medical Director
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of YCEMS Treatment and Operational Guidelines.
• Extricating victims of accidents, sudden illness or entrapment using proper resource and medical techniques.
• Assures that the ambulances, equipment and medical supplies are clean, stocked and in good working condition at all times, reporting any problems or needs to senior paramedic or administrator.
• Completes run reports (PCR), related paperwork and obtains needed billing information in a competent and timely manner.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients, their care, insurance, and past medical history at all times.
• Must be courteous, helpful, dignified and professional at all times when dealing with patients, co-workers, supervisors, first responders, other healthcare professionals and public.
• Is a team player, as EMS is a team effort, and providers must provide necessary assistance to ensure system sanitation, readiness and adherence to quality assurance standards.
• Follows safe practices in all work activities to avoid injury and accidents.
• Maintains the skills needed to function proficiently to the level of certification.
• Assure that all certifications, licenses, training requirements, and registrations are up-to-date.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, coaching, training as necessary for appropriate and safe department operations and patient care.
• Supervises and provides a valuable educational experience for all ride-a-longs, i.e. new employees, students and observers. 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Conducts self as a positive and professional role model.
• Strong leadership and team work skills.
• Maintain knowledge of all Department patient care, operational guidelines and HIPPA Policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal requests.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Current National Registry of EMT Paramedic Certificate & South Dakota ALS License.
• Current AHA BLS CPR & ACLS Certifications.
• AHA PALS Certification or equivalent.
• Current BTLS or PHTLS Certification, recommended.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800     

Experience

• Entry level positon, or
• Experienced providers.

Other Requirements

• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination, if required.
• Ability to successfully pass criminal background check, if required.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, a good driving record  and the ability to complete any other driving training and/or license requirements associated with operating an emergency vehicle.
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Is flexible as emergency services operate on a 24-hour clock; assigned worked shift schedule may vary and the employee should be available and ready to response immediately for all calls during the assigned work period. 
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of local geography, which includes maps, streets, grid book system, and tablet mapping.
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of applicable current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses.
• Participates in community education projects and EMS related Public Relation Standbys.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

OR – Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority and state statues (if applicable)