Paramedic Lead UEMS

American Addiction Centers•Monroe, NC

2d•$27 - $40

About The Position

Functions in a clinical resource role as needed; supervises medical crews. Provides quality patient care and education in accordance with policies and state regulations as approved by Medical Director and professional standards of care. Administer medications and IV solutions safely, correctly and per policy. Interprets data, monitors and responds with correct intervention to ensure optimum patient outcome, safety and recovery. Follows guidelines and procedures independently when Medical Control is not available via radio or direct consultation. Follows vehicle assignments as needed/directed by department. Maintain flexibility with vehicle assignments including the understanding that vehicle assignments are subject to change from a posted schedule based upon the needs of the department. FTE is hired for 40 hours per week – 4, 8, 10 or 12- hour clinical shifts. In addition, training, education and call may be required. Day, night and weekend work is required. Must be willing to cover open shifts on short notice. Duties require working, transporting and driving in all weather conditions to include exposure to extreme hot, cold and wet weather. Must not have any physical, emotional or mental impairment to prevent them from riding, driving or administering patient care in a transport vehicle. Heavy lifting required, with the assistance of a partner to load/unload patients and carry equipment.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED required
Successful completion of an accredited EMT-Paramedic training program required
Current applicable state EMT-P certification required
BCLS and ACLS Required
Current driver's license (prefer applicable state/SC) with no more than 6 points on license required
Three years total paramedic experience required
Must not have any physical, emotional or mental impairment to prevent them from riding, driving or administering patient care in a transport vehicle
Heavy lifting required, with the assistance of a partner to load/unload patients and carry equipment
Employee will work at least (7) 12-hour shifts within a standard two-week pay period upon successful completion of initial onboarding
Day, night and weekend work is required
Must be willing to cover open shifts on short notice
Duties require working, transporting and driving in all weather conditions to include exposure to extreme hot, cold and wet weather

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred
Current driver's license (prefer applicable state/SC)

Responsibilities

Functions in a clinical resource role as needed
Supervises medical crews
Provides quality patient care and education in accordance with policies and state regulations as approved by Medical Director and professional standards of care
Administer medications and IV solutions safely, correctly and per policy
Interprets data, monitors and responds with correct intervention to ensure optimum patient outcome, safety and recovery
Follows guidelines and procedures independently when Medical Control is not available via radio or direct consultation
Follows vehicle assignments as needed/directed by department
Maintain flexibility with vehicle assignments including the understanding that vehicle assignments are subject to change from a posted schedule based upon the needs of the department

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program