PARAMEDIC (SPECIAL EVENT TEAM) - PRN (94000597)

HHC•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic responds in emergency vehicle to the Special Event as scheduled. This position manages, supervises and is responsible for all aspects of patient care by providing efficient and immediate basic and advanced life support at the scene, in transport, and in the emergency department. This position provides emergency medical care at the basic and advanced life support level according to Indianapolis EMS practices, policies, and established protocols.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Indiana Paramedic License
Valid Driver’s License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policy.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
American Heart Association CPR Certification
Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification
Continuing education to maintain required certifications.
specific knowledge of: practical skills, theory and medical terminology involved in basic and advanced emergency medical care
specific knowledge of: principles of human growth and development
specific knowledge of: age-appropriate care (i.e., neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
specific knowledge of: advanced respiratory skills including endotracheal intubations, cricothyrotomy, pleural decompression and breathing treatments.
specific knowledge of: cardiac monitoring and interpretation, defibrillation, and cardio version
specific knowledge of: intravenous therapy, including peripheral lines, use of I.V., I.M., I.O., and Sub. Q medications.
specific knowledge of: indications, contraindications, side effects and dosages of all medications carried by the paramedic vehicle.
able to work effectively under emergency conditions and stress.
able to safely operate an emergency vehicle in all weather conditions
able to coordinate emergency care with EMT Basics and other Paramedics as well as hospital physicians and staff
able to make independent and critical patient care decisions.
able to interact in a calm, effective and courteous manner with patients, public and hospital staff.
able to communicate verbally in person and via telephone and telecommunications mediums using the English language.
able to hear and understand spoken information from co-workers, patients, physician, dispatchers, other allied health personnel, bystanders, and public safety professionals.
able to read and comprehend written materials under stressful conditions.
normal use of limbs, eyes, ears and voice required to treat patients and to operate sophisticated electronic devices.
excellent verbal communication skills
high level of medical psychomotor skills and cognitive knowledge
high degree of accuracy in performance of duties

Responsibilities

Responds in an IEMS vehicle for coverage of a scheduled special event as directed by the Planning Section Chief
Provides specific medical care in conjunction with physician, nursing and allied health staff in the hospital in accordance with established practices and protocols
Calculates drip rates and drug concentrations, renders appropriate approved intravenous drugs or fluid replacement as indicated by online medical direction and/or established EMS Protocols
Document in writing or by approved electronic means all relevant information in a prescribed format (I.E. Run Report, ESO Report)
Responsible and accountable for maintaining controlled medications (narcotics)
Drives an emergency vehicle under emergent and non-emergent conditions.
Exercises independent judgment in critical, emergency situations.
Coordinates public safety personnel in emergency situations.
Attends continuing education, refresher courses, medical audit programs and training programs as required by IEMS, medical direction, or certifying agency.
Participates actively in continuing education and medical audit programs.
May function alone or as a member of a team
Supervises and directs the activities and educational/clinical experiences of assigned observers and students
Safely operate in and around emergency equipment
Protects the patient(s), self, and other providers from possible contamination
Takes safety precautions to protect the injured and those assisting in the care of the patient(s)
Complies with regulations for the handling of crime scenes and prehospital deaths by notifying the appropriate authorities and arranging for protection of property and evidence at the scene
Performs other job related duties as assigned