Paramedic Technician
About The Position
The Paramedic Technician provides immediate medical attention and support to patients in emergency situations, helping stabilize their conditions so they can receive appropriate medical care. The role includes assessing patients’ medical needs, administering medications, performing diagnostic tests, and providing emergency care in a fast-paced environment. The technician responds quickly to emergencies and collaborates with other medical professionals to support patient care. The position provides direct patient care and assists patients with activities of daily living under the oversight of the EMS medical director or designee. It also includes obtaining specimens, performing EKGs and blood glucose monitoring, supporting timely patient discharge, assisting physicians and nurses with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures, communicating changes in patient condition, and documenting interactions in patient medical records. Scheduled shifts and training take place at the Prescott and Prescott Valley campuses.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Arizona Certified Emergency Paramedic.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Provider Certification.
- American Heart Association ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) within six months.
- American Heart Association PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within six months.
- Excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations.
- Good understanding of medical equipment and procedures.
- Drive to continually improve skills and knowledge.
Nice To Haves
- Direct patient care experience.
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program Provider).
- NREMT-P (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic).
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ medical needs and provide emergency medical care to help stabilize their conditions.
- Administer medications and perform diagnostic tests.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide direct patient care under the oversight of the EMS medical director or designee.
- Obtain specimens, including non-invasive body fluids and blood specimens.
- Perform EKGs and blood glucose monitoring.
- Perform designated discharge duties in a timely manner and communicate discharge information to appropriate staff to help decrease patient length of stay.
- Assist physicians and nurses with diagnostic tests, clinical procedures, and other requested tasks.
- Communicate patient needs and observed or reported changes in patient condition to a supervising nurse or physician.
- Document all interactions in the patient’s medical record.
- Respond quickly to emergencies and collaborate with other medical professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
