Paramedic-911

Houston Healthcare•Warner Robins, GA

About The Position

The Paramedic-911 provides professional emergency treatment in the pre-hospital setting and primarily treats and transports sick or injured people. The role is responsible for carrying out Houston Healthcare’s mission, vision, and quality commitment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Completion of a vocational training program as a Paramedic.
Six months of experience.
Current Georgia Paramedic certification.
Valid Georgia driver’s license.
Current AHA/ARC BLS certification.
Current AHA ACLS/ARC ALS certification.
AHA/ARC PALS certification, or obtain it within nine months of hire.
CPT training within nine months of hire.
FAST-ED stroke scale certification, or obtain it within three months of hire.
Physical ability to perform the job, as determined by a physical agility performance evaluation.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with employees, volunteers, and management.
Ability to perform prolonged work under adverse emergency conditions involving physical and mental stress.
Ability to think clearly and use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
Ability to use diagnostic equipment and patient care equipment.
Ability to use personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, and masks.