New York, NY On -Site EMT/Paramedic

The Amphibious Group • New York, NY

3d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Amphibious Medics is looking for an On-Site EMT/Paramedic. The On-Site EMT/Paramedic serves as a construction site medical representative, working closely with construction site Health and Safety management teams to provide a safe work environment for construction site workers. This includes working in a first aid capacity for injured workers, analyzing tasks for potential safety hazards, implementing and participating in a site Health & Wellness program, and participating in the workers' compensation process.

Requirements

• One year of full-time experience in 911 emergency medical response
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 35 lbs.
• Ability to walk and/or stand a minimum of five hours in a workday
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Minimum of a valid National Registry or State EMT-B Certification
• Valid CPR certification at the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider level (American Heart Association) or Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with OSHA regulations, specifically in 29 CFR 1910
• Experience working on large-scale construction sites
• Experience with the workers’ compensation claim process
• Instructor certification for First Aid, CPR, and AED training
• An active OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card

Responsibilities

• Provide triage, first aid, and/or referral to an outside medical provider if indicated
• Remain calm, react quickly, make sound decisions, and respond appropriately in emergency situations to determine a proper course of action and appropriate care
• Maintain medical records and medical records database for the site
• Maintain on-site inventory supplies, restock, and clean equipment used in the treatment of employees
• Communicate with outside medical providers on workers’ injury/healing progression and provide direct follow-up care with workers
• Provide daily activity logs to the safety team and management team
• Perform frequent “site walks” to interact with both workers and managers
• Help coordinate an annual, semi-annual, or quarterly on-site health fair
• Participate in frequent medical and safety awareness meetings with construction workers

Benefits

• Amphibious Medics has a 20-year track record of providing health and safety services across multiple industries, including construction, media productions, oil and gas, food service, data centers, and more.
• We value our employees and provide a friendly and fulfilling work environment, where you will know you’re making a difference every day.
• Amphibious Medics is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V Amphibious Medics is a smoke-free, drug-free workplace. All employment offers are contingent upon acceptable pre-employment drug tests and background investigations. Amphibious Medics is recognized as a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise and a Certified Minority Business Enterprise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED