Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire•Yuma, AZ

12d•$56,613 - $61,916

About The Position

The Paramedic delivers basic and advanced patient care in a professional, caring, and cost-effective manner. The role assesses patients, evaluates each call to determine the best course of action, and follows appropriate protocols. Paramedics respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, perform patient assessments and medical procedures, document care, and may precept Paramedic and EMT-B trainees. The position also includes inspecting and maintaining vehicles, equipment, and facilities, as well as supporting compliance and audit activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
State-issued or Nationally Registered EMT-Paramedic certification.
Current ACLS certification.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record according to Rural/Metro policy; a DUI within the last five years is disqualifying.
Ability to work any assigned shift, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
Availability for overtime as needed, especially on an emergency basis.
Must meet local standards for hiring, training, and/or eligibility for promotion.

Responsibilities

Serve the public effectively and cooperate with coworkers, supervisors, doctors, healthcare workers, and representatives of City departments, fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies.
Respond to emergency medical calls and perform primary and secondary assessments of ill or injured persons.
Provide emergency and non-emergency medical procedures at scenes and in moving vehicles.
Perform skilled tasks at emergency and non-emergency scenes and transfer patients to medical facilities.
Treat patients according to established Emergency Medical Service protocols and Rural/Metro Fire Department policies.
Document patient care in written reports.
May serve as a preceptor for Paramedic and EMT-B trainees.
May be assigned primary duties as an emergency medical technician paramedic on 911 calls or transport ambulances.
Under a physician’s direction, provide treatment or guide the response team in administering medications, intravenous solutions, respiratory assistance, EKG monitoring, telemetry transmissions, and other life support procedures.
Conduct assigned daily and weekly inspections of vehicles and equipment; document and report discrepancies to the on-duty Fire Captain.
Perform daily facility maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, and addressing maintenance tasks.
Review paperwork for accuracy and adherence to processes.
Participate in scheduled and unscheduled onsite compliance audits.
Implement corrective and preventive measures as directed by the Corporate Compliance/Audit Committee.
Collaborate with Internal Audit, Compliance, and HR on recommendations and changes related to compliance and legal workflows.
Act swiftly in accordance with Internal Audit and Corporate Compliance on areas of concern.
Comply with and enforce policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.