Paramedic (Full Time) Smith County, MS 911

AMERIPRO EMS•Mize, MS

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About The Position

Paramedic - Smith County, Mississippi EMS Service line: 911 FTE: Full Time Shift(s) availability: 24/48 SIGN-ON BONUS: Sign-On Bonus Available for Full-Time certified Paramedics in Mississippi! We’re excited to offer a Sign-On Bonus to qualified, full-time Paramedics who join our dedicated team! If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and making a difference in the community, Join AmeriPro: Where Your Passion is Valued and Your Dedication is Truly Appreciated! About AmeriPro Health: AmeriPro Health is committed to exceeding expectations by delivering exceptional patient outcomes, optimizing care efficiency, and providing unmatched access to the highest quality healthcare. Join our team as a Paramedic and contribute your skills and dedication to our mission of delivering outstanding care to those who need it most. Critical Care Advanced Life Support Basic Life Support Medical transportation And much more Value based services & equipment: Paramedic Advanced Life Support Ambulances New Quick Response Units State-of-the-art equipment Zoll® X Series cardiac monitors Zoll EMV+® ventilators Sapphire transport infusion pump LUCAS devices on 911 units Job Description: Summary Primary Job is to function as a Paramedic conducting patient care from an ambulance. Position is, time allowing, responsible for the daily supervision of the EMS field operations in the absence of senior management. Assures adequate zone coverage, compliance, and serves as AmeriPro EMS’ liaison with outside responding agencies and personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in the EMS field preferred.
State specific Paramedic license in good standing / current NREMT certification if required by state.
Current certifications CPR: BLS, ACLS, PCC/PALS
Valid state specific Drivers’ license.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check and drug screening.
Strong people skills and proven ability to collaborate within a team.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to comprehend and execute verbal and written instructions in English.
Ventilator certified every three (3) years
Successful completion of a written and practical exam
FEMA IS certs: (IS-100; IS-200; IS-700; IS-800)
Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services.
Knowledge of company medical director approved protocols and standing orders.
Ability to read and interpret local maps.
Demonstrated skills in the successful completion of multiple, simultaneous, and rapidly emergent tasks.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand medical terminology.
Demonstrated ability to write reports, and correspondence.
Demonstrated ability to utilize personal computer systems including PCR reporting, email and MDT applications.
Demonstrated ability to represent AmeriPro EMS and other team members as an EMS professional.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working as a Paramedic or in a similar medical role.
Additional certification or advanced training in emergency services: Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS); Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) and/or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training
Technology proficiency

Responsibilities

Patient Care
Supervises day-to-day field operation employees in the absence of senior management.
Ensures field employees have the required equipment to perform the essential functions of their assigned duties.
Serves as liaison for field staff to other departments (i.e., Training, CQI, Payroll, Human Resources, Billing, and Communication.)
Prepares appropriate reports in the absence of senior management involving mechanical breakdowns, accident investigation, exposures, daily shift activities, and other incidents that may occur.
Ensures assigned employees adhere to AmeriPro EMS’ policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
Ensures that AmeriPro EMS’ Patient Care Protocols are adhered to.
Assist the Supervisor and Manager in evaluating the performance of employees assigned to him/her, maintains attendance records and ensures employees maintain a high level of professionalism.
In conjunction with the Communications Supervisor, monitors the overall deployment and efficiency of the established system. Makes decisions concerning IFT, Mutual Aid, and Out of town trips in absence of Senior Management.
Shall manage the day to day short term scheduling needs.
Ensure that crews TEFs are turned into Operations Supervisor.
Will deliver RTF paperwork to employees on duty, forwarding back to administrative assistant.
Will ensure a daily duties (truck cleaning, station duties, check offs, etc…) are preformed
Will be the first contact OJIs, Complaints; Company related Accidents, etc… Will be responsible for starting initial investigations and forward to Operations Supervisor for completion.
Completes daily report at end of each shift, detailing activities of shift.
Serves as a leader and provides guidance and training for new employees and students.
Performs all of the above functions in accordance with established financial and operational plans and goals pertaining to cost effectiveness and efficient management.
Shall respond to the scene of calls with crews and shall assume command and coordinate ambulance transport in the event of a Mass Casualty Incident until relieved by a member of senior management.
Attend regular planning meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates the ability to safely lift, transfer and maneuver patients in and out of ambulances, facilities, residences and other locations.

Benefits

Competitive compensation (above market rates)
Paid Time Off
Benefits package: (Medical; Dental; Vision; short-term disability; Life, Accident and Cancer insurance policies, and more)
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
Paid uniforms
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonuses
Opportunities for overtime
Professional development & opportunities for advancement
Flexible scheduling options
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
We foster a positive work environment