Paramedic (Part-Time)

WVU Medicine

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic functions as an Advanced Life Support (ALS) clinician responsible for the assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transport of patients in the prehospital and interfacility transport environments. Paramedics provide emergency medical care consistent with: - West Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (WVOEMS) Scope of Practice - West Virginia Statewide EMS Protocols - Medical Director standing orders and medical command - Monongalia EMS policies, standard operating guidelines, and credentialing requirements Paramedics are responsible for patient care, documentation, operational readiness of equipment and vehicles, professional conduct, and participation in training and quality improvement activities. Paramedics represent Monongalia EMS through professional interactions with patients, families, healthcare providers, public safety partners, and the community.

Requirements

National Registry of EMTs Paramedic registration and renewed every two (2) years.
West Virginia Office of EMS Paramedic license or successfully obtain within one (1) month of hire and renewed every two (2) years.
West Virginia Office of EMS C3IFT endorsement or successfully obtain within one (1) year of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Valid Driver’s License with driving record acceptable by motor vehicle insurance carrier.
Emergency Vehicle Operator Safety (EVOS) certification or successfully obtain within one (1) month of hire and renewed every four (4) years.
Valid BLS for Healthcare Providers certification or successfully obtain within one (1) month of hire and renewed every two (2) years.
Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (or equivalent) certification or successfully obtain within one (1) month of hire and renewed every two (2) years.
Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification or successfully obtain within one (1) month of hire and renewed within two (2) years of certification date.
Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or equivalent, or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) certification or successfully obtain within one (1) month of hire and renewed within 2 years of certification date.
West Virginia Office of EMS Blood Endorsement or successfully obtain within one (1) year of hire and renewed annually.
Successful completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) within (1) month of hire: IS 700: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System, IS 100: Introduction to the ICS System, IS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, IS 800: National Response Framework, an Introduction.
Unencumbered ability to practice Emergency Medical Services within the State of WV and be in compliance with all Federal, State, and Local statutes, rules, and regulations.
Background check that does not demonstrate a threat to public safety, health, or welfare nor an unwillingness to comply with state laws, rules, procedures, etc.
Not have been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving or other vehicular violation causing bodily injury or death within two years prior to hire.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a field EMS clinician (EMT, AEMT, and/or Paramedic).
Minimum of two (2) years of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate level degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary educational institution.
WV Mobile Critical Care Paramedic (MCCP), IBCS Flight Paramedic Certified (FP-C) or Critical Care Paramedic Certified (CCP-C).
Two (2) years of experience as a field clinician at the paramedic level.

Responsibilities

Professional Conduct: Employees represent Mon EMS whenever they are on and off duty, in uniform, or otherwise identifiable as members of the organization. Conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on the agency. Avoid behavior that could damage the reputation, credibility, or public trust of Mon EMS. Comply with all agency policies related to professional conduct, communications, and interactions with the public. Interact respectfully with patients, coworkers, public safety agencies, hospital staff, and the public. Comply with all Mon EMS policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines.
Minimum Professional Standards and Licensure Requirements: The EMS clinician must maintain the professional standards required to successfully obtain and maintain certification and licensure as a Paramedic. It is solely the clinician's responsibility to maintain these. These requirements include, but are not limited to: Maintaining National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) registration as a Paramedic, Maintaining West Virginia Paramedic licensure through the West Virginia Office of EMS, Maintaining eligibility for licensure under West Virginia law and regulations, Maintaining a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the agency’s motor vehicle insurance carrier, Maintaining all certifications and training necessary to function as a Paramedic by Mon EMS, the state of West Virginia, and the federal government.
Clinical Credentialing and Clinical Privileges: Paramedics employed by Monongalia EMS must be clinically credentialed by the agency and its Medical Director prior to independently performing patient care independently. Possession of a state EMS certification or National Registry certification alone does not grant authorization to perform clinical skills within Monongalia EMS. Clinical privileges are granted only after successful completion of agency credentialing processes (Field Training and Evaluation Program). The Medical Director or designee may restrict, modify, or delay clinical privileges until competency is demonstrated. Paramedics may perform only those procedures and treatments that are: Authorized by the West Virginia EMS Scope of Practice, Permitted under West Virginia EMS Protocols, Approved by the Mon EMS Medical Director, Authorized through Mon EMS credentialing. To maintain clinical privileges, Paramedics must: Maintain required NREMT and state licensure, Maintain required continuing education, Maintain required clinical certifications, Successfully complete agency competency evaluations, Maintain compliance with protocol and documentation standards. Paramedics are also required to participate in: Clinical review, Quality assurance and quality improvement programs, Skills verification, Protocol updates, Continuing education programs. Clinical performance is continuously evaluated through: Patient care report audits, Quality assurance reviews, Field performance evaluations, Medical director case reviews, Skills competency evaluations. Clinical concerns may result in: Remedial training, Temporary restriction of clinical privileges, Suspension of clinical privileges, Reassignment of duties, Corrective action consistent with agency policy. The Mon EMS Medical Director has the authority to: Grant clinical privileges, Modify clinical privileges, Restrict clinical privileges, Require additional training, Suspend clinical privileges for patient safety concerns. Clinical privilege decisions may occur independently of employment discipline and are intended to ensure patient safety and protocol compliance.
Patient Care and Clinical Operations: Provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) patient care consistent with the West Virginia Paramedic scope of practice and applicable EMS protocols. Perform comprehensive patient assessments and formulate appropriate treatment plans. Perform advanced airway management, pharmacological interventions, cardiac monitoring, defibrillation, pacing, and other ALS procedures authorized by protocol and credentialing. Initiate and maintain appropriate medical treatments, including medication administration and advanced monitoring. Provide medical care during 911 emergency responses, interfacility transports, and specialty transports consistent with agency credentialing and transport requirements. Obtain medical direction when required by protocol or clinical judgment. Continuously monitor patient condition and adjust care as appropriate. Communicate patient condition and treatment information to receiving facilities.
Clinical Documentation: Complete accurate and timely electronic patient care reports (ePCRs) for all patient contacts. Ensure documentation meets agency, regulatory, and billing requirements. Accurately record patient assessment findings, treatments provided, and patient response to interventions. Participate in documentation audits and quality improvement initiatives as required. Maintain confidentiality of patient information and comply with all applicable HIPAA and privacy regulations. Complete documentation in accordance with the timelines established in Monongalia EMS policies.
EMS Operations and Response: Ensure assigned ambulance and equipment are operational and properly stocked. Conduct required equipment and vehicle inspections. Respond promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls for service as assigned. Operate safely within emergency scenes while maintaining awareness of environmental hazards, personal safety, and patient safety. Assist with ambulance operations including preparation of the patient compartment, securing equipment, and preparing the vehicle for transport. Participate in incident management activities consistent with the Incident Command System (ICS) when responding to multi-agency incidents or mass casualty incidents. Identify and report equipment malfunctions, damaged supplies, or missing equipment to supervisory personnel. Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of ambulances, stations, and equipment. Assist with restocking medical supplies and maintaining inventory levels necessary for operational readiness.
Education, Training, and Competency: Successfully complete all required educational components of the Monongalia EMS New Hire Academy. Successfully complete the Field Training and Evaluation Program to become a credentialed clinician with Mon EMS. Participate in simulation training, classroom instruction, skills labs, clinical rotations, and field internship assignments. Demonstrate competency in Paramedic skills and knowledge. Complete assigned training, continuing education, and competency evaluations within required timeframes.
Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement: Participate in the organization’s Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement (QA/QI) programs to support continuous improvement in patient care, clinical performance, and operational readiness. Responsibilities include accurately completing patient care documentation, participating in case reviews, skills verification, and educational feedback processes as assigned. The EMS clinician will demonstrate a commitment to improving clinical knowledge, psychomotor skills, and professional performance through feedback, simulation training, remediation when necessary, and participation in agency educational and competency programs. The EMS clinician must comply with all Monongalia EMS quality standards, documentation requirements, and clinical performance expectations, and decisions of the Medical Review Committee.
Safety Culture: The EMS clinician will lead by example to ensure that all activities performed while on duty at Mon EMS are done in a manner to ensure the safety of Mon EMS personnel, our patients, and the community. This includes attitude toward safety such as, but not limited to: vehicle safety, OSHA compliance, scene management, routine facilities maintenance, etc. Adhere to all safety practices including infection control procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and bloodborne pathogen precautions. Promote a culture of safety for personnel, patients, and the community.
Teamwork and Organizational Support: Work cooperatively with EMS personnel, healthcare providers, and other emergency responders. Participate in routine station duties including cleaning, maintenance, and operational support tasks. Assist with agency activities including public safety initiatives, training events, and community outreach when assigned. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisory personnel consistent with the training level and role of the EMS clinician.
Work Environment and Exposure Conditions: The EMS clinician performs duties in a wide variety of environments typical of emergency medical services operations. These environments may include unpredictable and hazardous conditions. The EMS clinician must be able to work effectively in environments that may include, but are not limited to: Indoor and outdoor environments in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and ice. Emergency scenes including roadways, highways, industrial locations, residential structures, commercial buildings, and remote or difficult-to-access locations. Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and other potentially hazardous biological materials. Exposure to hazardous materials, chemicals, fumes, smoke, fire, dust, or gases. Situations involving emotionally distressed patients, traumatic injuries, critically ill patients, or deceased individuals. Environments with loud noises including sirens, traffic, machinery, and emergency scenes. Situations involving combative or potentially violent patients or bystanders. Employees are expected to follow all applicable infection control procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and safety policies established by Monongalia EMS. Employees shall wear agency-issued ballistic protective vests during responses or operational activities when required by Mon EMS policy. Ballistic protective equipment will be provided by Monongalia EMS and must be worn in accordance with established policies and safety guidelines. While Monongalia EMS is committed to maintaining a safe working and learning environment through training, supervision, and safety policies, employees must recognize that the nature of emergency medical services may expose them to situations where hazards cannot be completely eliminated. Employees are expected to actively participate in maintaining a culture of safety by: Following all Monongalia EMS safety policies and procedures. Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Immediately reporting unsafe conditions, hazards, or injuries. Exercising sound judgment when operating in emergency environments.
Cultural Competence and Community Awareness: Provide patient care in a manner that demonstrates respect for cultural, religious, and social differences within the community served by Monongalia EMS. Interact professionally and respectfully with patients, families, coworkers, and members of the public from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Demonstrate awareness of the communities served by Monongalia EMS, including the general geographic layout of the service area and factors that may influence access to care. Provide care that respects patient beliefs and preferences when clinically appropriate while maintaining adherence to medical protocols, applicable laws, and organizational policies. Compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and Monongalia EMS policies is required in all aspects of patient care and operational duties.