Paramedic
PatientCare EMS•Sioux Falls, SD
•Onsite
About The Position
Paramedics are accountable for responding to all assigned calls in the most appropriate and efficient manner, providing the highest standards of patient care while providing a safe and hazard-free environment. The Paramedic contributes to overall patient care in the areas of patient assessment, treatment, packaging and transport.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professional (PEEP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Texas DSHS certification as EMT Paramedic
- National Registry or Texas DSHS Licensed Paramedic (where required)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree in Emergency Medical Technology
- National Registry
Responsibilities
- Prompt and regular attendance at work.
- Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge and appropriate administration of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS ) , Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals (PEEP) and approved medical protocols.
- Assess and treat with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment), any medical situation while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according to current company standards.
- Must maintain neat and professional appearance at all times in accordance with company policies.
- Maintain the ambulance and equipment in a clean, organized and response ready mode.
- Complete all patient care reports for each response with appropriate and complete patient care documentation and billing information.
- Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other individuals within the community and EMS system.
- Responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining current state and National Registry certifications (where required).
- Must attend all Continuing Education (CE) courses.
- Performs other such duties as may be required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
