Paramedic

Action Ambulance Service Inc • Springfield, MA

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About The Position

Paramedics provides care according to the Statewide Treatment Protocols. Paramedics check equipment and supplies and maintain their assigned facility. Also provide non-emergency transportation.

Requirements

• Paramedic certification
• State issued driver’s license
• AHA, BLS for the healthcare provider certification
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Lifting the stretcher (be able to lift and carry 125 pounds)
• Being able to stand for an extended amount of time.

Responsibilities

• Reassuring patients and bystanders by working in a confident, efficient manner.
• Assess, stabilize and treat patients in accordance to MA and Action Ambulance standards.
• Provides communications to various communications centers and notifies receiving facilities when appropriate.
• Avoiding mishandling and undue haste while working expeditiously to accomplish the task.
• Cleans all equipment following appropriate disinfecting procedures
• Decontaminates the interior of the vehicle after transport of patient with contagious infection or hazardous materials exposure.
• Ensures that the ambulance is clean and washed and kept in a neat orderly condition in accordance with local, state or federal regulations.
• Attends refresher and continuing education as required.

Benefits

• Mentorship Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Flexible scheduled to fit all lifestyles (students, single parents, those looking for a second income etc.)
• Continuous opportunities for professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Scholarship programs
• Health and wellness benefits
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees