Paramedic Ground Transport
About The Position
The Ground Paramedic demonstrates advanced critical-thinking capabilities while working autonomously and collaboratively with other health care providers to deliver care to critically ill patients in diverse and non-traditional settings. The position is based at Elko Air Base in Elko, Nevada, and is scheduled for 48 hours per week. The hourly pay range is $24.30–$37.52, depending on experience. For the Idaho Base, Community Health Emergency Services (CHEMS) provides continued or follow-up care intended to prevent unnecessary readmissions or 911 calls for patients in the community. CHEMS duties include acting as a healthcare navigator, providing transitional care after hospital discharge, vaccinations, medication inventories, resource coordination, and basic medical therapeutics. The role requires working in a moving ground ambulance and hospital, with possible outdoor work in inclement weather, temperature extremes, accident scenes, steep terrain, and backcountry settings. Conditions may include noise, vibration, dehydration, and exposure to patients with known or unknown infectious diseases in enclosed spaces. The work requires visual and auditory attention, dexterity, frequent computer use, patient transfers and lifting, walking, pushing and pulling equipment, and potentially standing for extended periods. Driving is required.
Requirements
- Successful completion of a Paramedic course.
- Obtain a Paramedic license in the state of operation within 120 days.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
- Current valid driver license in good standing.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC), or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- Paramedic National Registry certification.
- Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification; must obtain within 120 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification; must obtain within 120 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- Attendance License before start of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced medical care, including evaluating, treating, and stabilizing patients.
- Safely drive and operate ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
- Transport patients to appropriate medical facilities while ensuring their safety and stability.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, hospital staff, police, fire personnel, and other necessary parties.
- Accurately complete and maintain Patient Care Reports, files, and forms.
- Clean and maintain medical equipment, vehicles, and living quarters.
- Participate in ongoing training and continuing education to maintain paramedic certification and stay current with medical protocols.
- Supervise EMTs and other emergency personnel and ensure the quality and accuracy of care they provide.
- Provide patient education on health topics, including disease management and prevention.
- For Idaho Base CHEMS work, act as a healthcare navigator; provide transitional care after hospital discharge; provide vaccinations; manage medication inventories; coordinate resources; and provide basic medical therapeutics.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package described as supporting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being and a culture of wellness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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