Paramedic - Emergency Medical Services (12 hours) (Days)
About The Position
The Paramedic provides Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) patient care and ambulance transportation. The role requires knowledge of emergency clinical practices and protocols, medical and emergency equipment, and local geography. Paramedics respond calmly and quickly in emergencies, work independently and as part of a team, and may work alongside emergency fire and police units. Work may involve odd hours, extended periods, outdoor settings, and adverse weather. The position also involves standing, bending, kneeling, lifting patients with a partner, minimizing health risks from exposure to ill patients, preparing clear and concise reports, and driving emergency vehicles. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a motor vehicle record (MVR) check and meeting insurability requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of related experience and a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
- Georgia Paramedic License.
- ACLS Certification.
- Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record; employment is contingent upon successful completion of an MVR check and meeting insurability requirements.
- At least two years of driving experience.
- Knowledge of emergency clinical practices and protocols, medical and related emergency equipment, and local geography.
- Ability to exercise judgment, dexterity, and physical coordination.
- Ability to work odd hours and extended periods, sometimes outdoors and in adverse weather.
- Ability to stand, bend, and kneel extensively.
- Ability to work with a partner to lift patients whose weight occasionally exceeds 200 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) patient care.
- Provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) patient care.
- Provide ambulance transportation.
- Respond calmly and quickly in emergencies.
- Work independently and as part of a team, including alongside emergency fire and police units when needed.
- Create and maintain a positive and cooperative working environment in stressful situations.
- Prepare clear and concise reports.
- Drive emergency vehicles.
- Work with a partner to lift patients, whose weight occasionally exceeds 200 pounds.
- Avoid or minimize health risks from exposure to ill patients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
