Paramedic

The University of Vermont Health Network • Elizabethtown, KY

361d • $23 - $35

About The Position

The Paramedic provides care for patients during inter-facility transfers and 911 calls with the scope of practice for each level of (A) EMT- (Advanced, Critical Care, or Paramedic). This position is part-time, located at 66 Park St, Elizabethtown, NY 12932, and requires variable hours, typically around 24 hours per week, with weekend needs every other week. The pay rate ranges from $23.57 to $35.35 per hour.

Requirements

• Current AEMT card with on-line status.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Effective communication skills via telephone and radio equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance).
• Ability to interpret oral, written, and diagnostic form instructions.
• Good judgment and ability to remain calm in high-stress situations.
• Ability to function efficiently without interruption throughout an entire work shift.
• Ability to calculate weight and volume ratios.
• Ability to read English language, manuals, and road maps.
• Ability to accurately discern street signs and addresses.
• Ability to interview patients, family members, and bystanders.
• Ability to document relevant information in writing in a prescribed format.
• Ability to converse in English with coworkers and hospital staff regarding patient status.
• Good manual dexterity for performing tasks related to patient care.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and crawl on uneven terrain.
• Ability to withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold, and moisture.
• Ability to work in low light situations and confined spaces.
• Ability to work with other providers to make appropriate patient care decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients during inter-facility transfers and 911 calls.
• Demonstrate competency in all EMT-B skills and equipment usage.
• Provide Advanced Life Support using AEMT-Intermediate skills and equipment.
• Administer appropriate medications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees