Paramedic - Ambulance Services - RSF Primary Care Rivers

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • North Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Paramedic works under the direction of a Senior Paramedic or Critical Care Paramedic, or independently, to assess, stabilize, and transport critically ill and injured patients. The role assesses patients’ status and plans and provides care based on those assessments. It requires making quick, safe decisions in highly stressful conditions and documenting care based on sound clinical judgment, standing orders, and interactions with physicians. The position involves daily contact with patients, family members, physicians, nurses, and support staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience as an EMT-B, EMT-I, or EMT-P.
• Certification as an EMT-P or Paramedic in South Carolina, or National Registry certification.
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider and ACLS.
• Valid, current South Carolina driver's license.
• Must be insurable under the Roper St. Francis Healthcare vehicle insurance plan, verified through licensure and driving-record review.
• Good overall physical condition.
• Corrected hearing and vision to the normal range.

Nice To Haves

• EMS experience preferred.
• PHTLS/ITLS and PALS or PEPP.
• Instructor certification in BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS.

Responsibilities

• Assess, stabilize, and transport critically sick and injured patients.
• Assess patients’ status and plan and provide care based on those assessments.
• Make quick and safe patient-care decisions in highly stressful conditions.
• Base care on sound clinical judgment, standing orders, and interactions with physicians.
• Operate a vehicle for Roper St. Francis Healthcare business.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED