Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Advanced Paramedic to join a dynamic healthcare team in the Midwest region. This vital role involves delivering immediate medical care in emergency situations, collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, and ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond promptly to emergency calls and provide critical care to patients on-site and during transport.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine the nature and severity of conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Administer medications, including intravenous drugs, and perform advanced life support interventions as necessary.
• Safely transport patients to medical facilities while continuously monitoring vital signs and patient status.
• Maintain ambulance equipment and supplies to ensure readiness and functionality at all times.
• Accurately document patient care and interactions in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care transitions during emergencies.
• Support emergency department staff by assisting with patient care within the paramedic scope, responding to in-house codes, and performing airway management and IV starts.

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Current EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) or Advanced EMT (AEMT) certification.
• Current Paramedic certification.
• Up-to-date Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) certifications per American Heart Association standards.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certifications, or completion within one year of hire.
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license appropriate for the region.
• Completion of Mandatory Reporter training within six months of hire.

Experience and Requirements:

• Ability to remain calm and compassionate under pressure while communicating effectively with patients and families.
• Willingness to work various shifts including overnight and on-call hours with incentive packages.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and professional licensure and regulatory training requirements.
• Travel as required to fulfill job duties.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community by providing life-saving emergency medical services in a supportive and professional environment.

Job Tags

Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift

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