Paramedic

PRIORITY ONDEMAND • Tysons, VA

22d • $35 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic directs patient care while operating emergency and/or non-emergency ambulance services in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and directives. The EMT-P leads, directs, and participates in the delivery of basic and advanced life support in pre-hospital or facility settings. When serving as attendant-in-charge, the EMT-P directs other crew members on patient care and medical issues and provides emergency medical care as indicated by medical control or patient care protocols.

The role is based in Falls Church, Virginia, and offers an hourly salary range of $35.00 to $43.76. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered for day-shift positions with a two-year full-time employment commitment; a $25,000 sign-on bonus is offered for night-shift positions with the same commitment. LifeCare describes itself as a Virginia Department of Health Standards of Excellence Agency and emphasizes clinical excellence, employee training and education, promotional growth, and doing what is right for patients.

Requirements

• Current Virginia EMT-I or EMT-P certification.
• Current CPR certification for Healthcare Provider Issue.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current PALS or PEPP certification.
• Current EVOC certification.
• Valid driver's license with no negative points.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800c.
• Ability to lift, carry, and balance at least 125 pounds equally distributed, and 250 pounds with assistance, to a height of 33 inches and a distance of 10 feet.
• Maintain all required certifications as an active EMS provider.

Nice To Haves

• BTLS, ITLS, or PHTLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and participate in delivering basic and advanced life support in pre-hospital or facility settings.
• Direct other crew members on patient care and medical issues when serving as attendant-in-charge.
• Examine patients and report findings to receiving medical staff or physicians.
• Provide emergency medical care according to medical control or patient care protocols.
• Complete and record all required reports or crew runs.
• Operate the ambulance according to safety rules, company policies, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and statutes.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle is stocked and in good running order at the beginning of each shift, after every response, and at the end of each shift.
• Clean the patient care compartment and vehicle in accordance with company infection-control and maintenance guidelines.
• Keep the office, lounge, bunk room, and vehicle parking area neat, clean, and orderly.
• Attend required training sessions and orientations to maintain valid Virginia EMT certification and meet company requirements.
• Maintain required EMS-provider certifications and provide Human Resources with valid copies of certifications and driver's license before they expire.
• Perform other related duties as required by management.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance programs.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Specialized teams for national responses.
• Education programs, including CPR, EVOC, EMT, and TIMS.
• Special event coverage.
• Free training courses.
• Global relocation opportunities across the U.S.
• Promotional opportunities.
• Competitive pay based on experience and credentials.
• $15,000 sign-on bonus for day-shift positions with a two-year full-time employment commitment.
• $25,000 sign-on bonus for night-shift positions with a two-year full-time employment commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed