Paramedic

Concentra•Saint Joseph, MO

25d

About The Position

The Paramedic administers first-aid treatment and life-support care to sick or injured persons in a pre-hospital setting. The role develops and maintains programs for employees’ preventative physical care, provides wellness training, and performs health screenings. The Paramedic also supports injury prevention, emergency response, rehabilitation coordination, and related medical and administrative services. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid state EMT-P certification/EMS license, required and maintained throughout employment.
Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Completion of an ACLS course.
At least two years of EMT/Paramedic experience.
Experience participating in administrative, educational, or medical support services.
Demonstrated service mentality, attention to detail, sense of urgency, initiative, and flexibility.
Ability to use logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose solutions when making decisions or solving problems.
Outstanding customer service and service orientation, with tact and professionalism when dealing with people.
Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and clinical procedures used to treat injuries and deliver a comprehensive employee medical program.
Medical knowledge and ability to apply techniques and information to administer first aid and emergency care.
Knowledge of anatomy, biology, and human behavior and performance.
Knowledge of customer and personal service, including needs assessment, service quality standards, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Presentation skills for providing wellness instruction.
Inductive reasoning, critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making skills.
Skill in operating and controlling medical support equipment or systems.
Problem sensitivity and ability to monitor for improvements or take corrective action.
Active listening and clear, effective speaking and communication skills.
Understanding of administration and management principles.
Clerical skills.
Ability to manage confidential and critical information with ongoing discretion and security.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive employee injury and illness prevention program.
Administer prescribed first-aid treatment at emergency sites or in a specially equipped vehicle, including applying splints, administering oxygen or intravenous injections, treating minor wounds or abrasions, and providing artificial resuscitation; recommend treatment or referral to a medical facility.
Act as liaison between employees, employers, and the Concentra Onsite Medical Center to arrange physical evaluations and coordinate and conduct post-injury rehabilitation.
Develop and maintain programs of preventative physical care for employees.
Provide physical conditioning and wellness training to employees.
Conduct CPR, First Aid, and Blood borne Pathogens training.
Conduct employer alcohol and urine drug screenings in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Determine the nature and extent of illness or injury, or the magnitude of a catastrophe, and establish first-aid procedures or the need for additional assistance.
Assist treatment center admitting personnel in obtaining and recording victims’ vital statistics and the circumstances of emergencies.
Carry a pager to respond to after-hours injuries.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, and Dental Plans
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Days
Colleague Referral Bonus Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Dependent Care Spending Account
Employee Discounts
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process, in performing essential job functions, and in receiving other employment benefits and privileges