Ft Myers, FL On-Site EMT/Paramedic
About The Position
Amphibious Medics is seeking an On-Site EMT/Paramedic to serve as a construction site medical representative in Fort Myers, Florida. The role works closely with construction site Health and Safety management teams to help provide a safe work environment. The position provides first aid to injured workers, supports safety and health initiatives, and participates in the workers’ compensation process. The EMT/Paramedic provides triage, first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical care within the scope of the position, and refers workers to outside medical providers when indicated. The role also maintains medical records and inventory, follows up with workers and medical providers, logs daily activities, conducts site walks, and participates in health and safety meetings and health fairs.
Requirements
- One year of full-time experience in 911 emergency medical response.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and navigate an active job site, including stairs.
- Ability to carry required medical equipment weighing up to 35 pounds.
- Physical capability to respond to medical emergencies, provide CPR, and assist with or support movement of an injured or incapacitated individual when necessary.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Valid National Registry or State EMT-B Certification.
- Valid CPR certification at the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider level from the American Heart Association or Professional Rescuer level from the American Red Cross.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with OSHA regulations, specifically 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, CPR, and other emergency medical care within the scope of the position; refer workers to an outside medical provider when indicated.
- Assess emergency situations, make sound decisions, and respond quickly and appropriately.
- Maintain site medical records and the medical records database.
- Maintain on-site inventory, restock supplies, and clean treatment equipment.
- Communicate with outside medical providers about workers’ injuries and healing progress, and provide direct follow-up care to workers.
- Provide daily activity logs to the safety and management teams.
- Conduct frequent site walks to interact with workers and managers.
- Help coordinate annual, semi-annual, or quarterly on-site health fairs.
- Participate in medical and safety awareness meetings with construction workers.
- Work with construction site Health and Safety management teams to support a safe work environment and participate in the workers’ compensation process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
