Paramedic

PRIORITY ONDEMAND•North Charleston, SC

50d

About The Position

The Paramedic directs and participates in basic and advanced life support while operating emergency and/or non-emergency ambulance modalities as a rescue unit, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. The Paramedic provides emergency medical care according to medical control or patient care protocols and, when serving as attendant-in-charge, directs crew members on patient-care and medical matters. The role includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus in exchange for a 24-month full-time employment commitment.

Requirements

Current state EMT-P certification.
Current CPR certification, Healthcare Provider issue.
Current ACLS certification.
Current PALS or PEPP certification.
Current EVOC certification.
Valid driver’s license with no negative points.
Pass a criminal background check.
FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800c certifications.
HAZMAT qualification.
Ability to reach, push, and pull; sit or stand for extended periods; and bend, stoop, squat, and kneel for extended periods.
Ability to walk up and down stairs and walk one-quarter mile without difficulty.
Ability to lift and maneuver 150 pounds without difficulty, including up and down two flights of stairs.
Ability to complete job duties during any hours of the day or night.

Nice To Haves

BTLS, ITLS, or PHTLS certification.

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and participate in the delivery of basic and advanced life support in pre-hospital or facility settings.
Direct other crew members on patient-care and medical issues when serving as attendant-in-charge.
Examine patients and report findings to receiving medical staff or physicians.
Provide emergency medical care as directed by medical control or patient-care protocols.
Complete and record all required reports and crew run records.
Operate the ambulance in accordance with safety rules, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
Ensure the assigned vehicle is stocked and in good working order at the beginning of each shift, after each response, and at the end of each shift.
Clean the patient-care compartment and vehicle according to company infection-control and maintenance guidelines.
Keep the office, lounge, bunk room, and vehicle parking area neat, clean, and orderly.
Attend required training sessions and orientations to maintain valid Virginia EMT certification and meet company requirements.
Maintain required EMS-provider certifications and provide Human Resources with valid copies of certifications and a driver’s license before they expire.
Perform other related duties as required by management.