Paramedic (3027)

Westmed Ambulance Services•San Leandro, CA

111d•Onsite

About The Position

Westmed Ambulance Service is one of the largest ambulance providers in Northern California. Westmed also provides the largest footprint of Neonate and Pediatric Advance transport in the Bay Area, providing this essential service to multiple major hospital systems. Westmed also provides primary EMT, ALS and CCT transportation services for the Santa Clara county hospital system and other area hospitals. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, Westmed is dedicated to leading the prehospital healthcare industry by delivering outstanding customer service and the highest quality of healthcare in the shortest possible time. As a Paramedic at Westmed, you will be an integral part of our emergency response team, providing advanced medical care and transportation to over 300 different medical facilities across Northern California each year.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, and medications.
Ability to obtain California State accreditation as a Paramedic
Valid California Driver's License or willingness to work as a non-driver
Ambulance Driver Certification or willingness to work as a non-driver
Valid Medical Examiner Card
Valid ACLS Card
Current CPR Certification
A DMV Printout for review
At least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to emergency calls and provide efficient medical assistance.
Perform patient assessments and administer emergency care, including CPR and other lifesaving procedures.
Stabilize patients for transport and accompany them to healthcare facilities, ensuring continuous care.
Operate and maintain emergency vehicles and medical equipment.
Document medical interventions and patient responses from the scene to the hospital.
Participate in continuous education and training to maintain and enhance skills.