Durham, NC On-Site Paramedic
About The Position
Amphibious Medics is seeking an On-Site EMT-Paramedic to serve as a construction site medical representative. The role works closely with construction site Health and Safety management teams to help provide a safe work environment for construction workers. Responsibilities include providing first aid to injured workers, analyzing tasks for potential safety hazards, implementing and participating in a site Health & Wellness program, and participating in the workers’ compensation process. The position provides triage, first aid, and emergency medical care within the scope of the role; maintains medical records and site supplies; communicates with outside medical providers and follows up with injured workers; and provides activity logs to the safety and management teams. The paramedic also conducts site walks, helps coordinate on-site health fairs, and participates in medical and safety awareness meetings.
Requirements
- One year of full-time experience in 911 emergency medical response.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods, navigate an active job site including stairs, and carry medical equipment weighing up to 35 lbs.
- 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 or Paramedic 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, and referrals to outside medical providers when indicated.
- Assess emergency situations, make sound decisions, and respond swiftly and appropriately, including providing first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical care within the scope of the position.
- Maintain medical records and the site medical records database.
- Maintain on-site inventory, restock supplies, and clean equipment used to treat employees.
- 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 frequent medical and safety awareness meetings with construction workers.
- Analyze tasks for potential safety hazards and participate in the site Health & Wellness program and workers’ compensation process.
Benefits
- Friendly and fulfilling work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
