Paramedic - White Co EMS - Full Time - 24/48 Schedule Sign on Bonus Eligible

Northeast Georgia Health System•Cleveland, GA

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Medical Transport Supervisor, the Paramedic treats and stabilizes patients and performs definitive techniques within the limits of their certification, as governed by the Georgia Department of Public Health and scope of practice. The role provides care to neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients in accordance with State of Georgia and NGHS policies and procedures. The Paramedic maintains current knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical care, operates and maintains the emergency vehicle and its equipment, and completes required documentation and communications according to applicable policies and standards. The position follows a 24-hours-on, 48-hours-off schedule.

Requirements

State certification as a Paramedic.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Completion of an approved Defensive Driving course.
Knowledge of State of Georgia Department of Public Health protocols and Paramedic scope of practice, including drug therapy IV, intubation, EKG recognition, and emergency vehicle operation.
Knowledge and proficiency in emergency vehicle operation and the area of operations.
Maintains good physical fitness.

Responsibilities

Comply with applicable departmental and hospital regulations, directives, and protocols, whether written or verbal.
Maintain thorough, up-to-date knowledge of advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care and consistently deliver appropriate care to sick and injured patients.
Keep the emergency vehicle clean, fueled, and well stocked.
Know and follow laws pertaining to emergency vehicle operation; operate the vehicle safely and professionally.
Maintain vehicle equipment and ensure equipment left at the hospital is retrieved.
Wear the appropriate uniform as directed by NGHS and Medical Transport policies.
Complete paperwork accurately and promptly, in accordance with State of Georgia standards, before the end of the shift.
Conduct verbal communications according to Medical Transport and NGHS policies and procedures.