Paramedic, Bear Guard

Doyon Limited•Anchorage, AK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves evaluating, treating, and stabilizing patients within the scope of standing orders, providing FAA-approved guidance and observations, and offering guard support for animal activity. The position is located in fly-in/fly-out remote medical/industrial settings in rural Alaska, supporting oil/gas and mining operations. Employment is seasonal, from June to October.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Must be 21 years of age
Possess a valid driver’s license
Current state/national registry Paramedic/EMT III license/certificate
Current CPR, ACLS, and ITLS
3 years Emergency Medical Service experience
Must attend an 8-hour Wildlife Awareness and Gun Proficiency class
Ability to pass a background a check to carry firearms
Ability to assembles, disassemble, and clean firearm
Must be fit for service at all times while in workplace
Full comprehension of Standing Orders
Expert knowledge of defibrillators and IV pumps
Work well in teams, alone, and in diverse populations of people
Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with HSE Team Members and Operational Management Team
Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and complete objectives
Understand and utilize pre-hospital care Emergency Medical Service equipment
Understands the use of over-the-counter medications and applies aggressive first aid guidelines to support the Natural Resources industry OSHA requirements

Nice To Haves

1 year working in austere locations

Responsibilities

Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
Communicate with receiving facility, Alaska MEDEVAC systems, and Medical Control.
Operate as a team leader and take responsibility for scene management as needed.
Monitor and maintain the general condition of the project medical facility; keep it clean and resupply any deficiencies.
Prepare accurate, thorough documentation of every patient contact and patient care report.
Perform other duties as required to support the project.
Pays constant attention to surroundings and work situations while creating and maintaining a safe work environment.
Works well in a multi-disciplined team environment.
Safely handles a firearm and is willing to use it at a moment’s notice for wildlife deterrence.
Able to make good decisions while staying unemotional.
Responsible for daily care of weapon and ammunition.
Writes reports of wildlife sightings and submits to supervisor.
Willing to fly in small aircraft and helicopters as needed to access work sites.
Possesses basic survival skills and the ability to navigate using GPS, compass or maps.
Communicates as needed via satellite phones and radios.