Paramedic

Forrest City Medical Center • Forrest City, AR

32d

About The Position

Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Transports and transfers patients and assesses the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen when necessary, dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids, and performs other emergency medical procedures during the ambulance ride. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered with the EMT National Registry.
• Licensed by State EMS Authority.
• 1-2 years of related experience.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured.
• Transports and transfers patients
• Assesses the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow.
• Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen when necessary
• Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection
• Starts and administers intravenous fluids
• Performs other emergency medical procedures during the ambulance ride.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED