EMS/Ambulance Paramedic

Riley County, KS•Manhattan, KS

About The Position

The Paramedic will lead and provide direct patient care within their scope of practice independently and in support of their partner in the pre-hospital, and inter-facility transfer settings. The employee will participate in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and ambulances. The employee must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks and maintain a high level of patient/customer satisfaction. EMS works 12/24/36 hour shift structures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Proficiently performs skills within the scope of practice of a Paramedic in a compassionate and caring manner. Proficiently performs ALS skills including advanced airway management, IV/IO insertion, medication administration, 4-Lead and 12-lead EKG placement and interpretation, defibrillation and pacing, chest decompression. This list is not all inclusive. Leads, anticipates, and reacts to partner’s needs in support of patient care Works independently, multi-tasks and manages a multi-casualty scene Maintains professional image and promotes professional relationships among EMS, health care and other public service personnel and encourages communication at all levels. Documents accurately and timely the electronic medical record Participates in routine shift duties (daily, weekly, and monthly activities) Is available for event standby time per guidelines. SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Maintains positive and professional relationship with local emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other community shareholders. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Kansas Certified Paramedic required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association within 6 Months of hire.
BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association, or Riley County EMS credentialed within 6 months upon hire.
Valid Kansas Driver's License History of minimal violations. Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record and insurability also required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Pediatric Care within 6 months of hire date or closest offered date of hire date.
Advanced Medical Life Support required within 6 months of hire Successfully completed RCEMS credentialing program.
Ability to appraise emergency medical services and making appropriate decisions that could affect the population of the county.
Ability to understand complex oral and written instruction, ability to speak and write effectively, and ability to give clear, concise instruction orally and in writing.
Must demonstrate compassion and professionalism and have the ability to inspire and motivate others along with the emotional intelligence to provide care during emotionally stressful situations.
Must be able to assess patient needs and possess quality psychomotor skills.

Responsibilities

Proficiently performs skills within the scope of practice of a Paramedic in a compassionate and caring manner.
Proficiently performs ALS skills including advanced airway management, IV/IO insertion, medication administration, 4-Lead and 12-lead EKG placement and interpretation, defibrillation and pacing, chest decompression.
Leads, anticipates, and reacts to partner’s needs in support of patient care
Works independently, multi-tasks and manages a multi-casualty scene
Maintains professional image and promotes professional relationships among EMS, health care and other public service personnel and encourages communication at all levels.
Documents accurately and timely the electronic medical record
Participates in routine shift duties (daily, weekly, and monthly activities)
Is available for event standby time per guidelines.
Maintains positive and professional relationship with local emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other community shareholders.
Performs other duties as assigned.