Paramedic - Full Time

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Burlington, VT

1d•$27 - $36

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic (EMT-P) responds to emergent and non-emergent requests for medical transportation. The role provides emergency and non-emergency care, primarily in the hospital environment and, when required, in the pre-hospital environment, within the scope of practice. The paramedic safely and efficiently transports patients to an appropriate facility or residence. The position responds to dispatcher requests, operates emergency vehicles in accordance with Massachusetts laws, completes patient care and vehicle documentation, and keeps vehicles and equipment ready for response. It provides pre-hospital care at the EMT-P level, including advanced life support assessment and treatment, and works cooperatively with patients, families, colleagues, emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other allied health professionals. EMS staff may also be cross-trained to assist in the Emergency Department as needed. The role requires adherence to department and organizational policies, confidentiality, customer service and behavioral standards, participation in quality improvement and mandatory education, and continued learning and use of developing technology and procedures. The organization requires staff vaccination against influenza as a condition of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current Massachusetts Paramedic EMT certification.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
Current American Heart Association ACLS certification.
Current Massachusetts driver's license.
Computer systems experience, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
0–1 years of related work experience required.

Nice To Haves

Current American Heart Association PALS certification (optional).
One year of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and safely to emergency and non-emergency calls as directed by the dispatcher, maintaining knowledge of local geography and traffic patterns.
Operate emergency vehicles in accordance with applicable Massachusetts laws and park in designated patient pick-up and discharge areas.
Complete accurate and timely electronic Patient Care Reports and other records according to department policy; complete vehicle and equipment checklists each shift; and obtain insurance information from transferring institutions or receiving hospitals.
Keep vehicles and equipment ready for response, know the location and proper use of equipment and radios, maintain vehicle cleanliness, fuel, and stock, and report damaged or unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
Provide pre-hospital care at the EMT-P level, perform complete and accurate ALS assessments, maintain proficiency in BLS and ALS skills, follow state and Region IV ALS treatment protocols, and give accurate, concise radio reports.
Interact professionally and pleasantly with patients and families and maintain effective working relationships with employees, community emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other allied health professionals.
Represent Lahey Hospital & Medical Center and EMS Services positively and cooperate with hospital employees in the patient's best interest.
Participate in continued learning and learn and use new technologies and procedures relevant to the role and organization.
Assist in the Emergency Department as needed through cross-training.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational policies, guiding principles, mission, goals, behavioral expectations, and customer service standards.
Participate in departmental or interdepartmental quality improvement activities and successfully complete mandatory education.
Perform other duties as needed or directed to meet departmental needs.