Paramedic - Full Time

Covington County Hospital•Collins, MS

19d

About The Position

CCH looking for a trained paramedic to be part of our team of healthcare professionals attending primarily out-of-hospital medical incidents. The job isn't simple but it is very rewarding. As an employee dealing mostly with emergencies you must be committed and focused. To be effective in the job, the ideal candidate must be very competent and knowledgeable as well as self-motivated and compassionate. Experience preferred. The goal is simply to contribute the best you can to help people in need and save lives.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical procedures, terminology and medications
Ability to stay calm and make the right decisions in adverse conditions
Adaptable with a great deal of stamina
Excellent working knowledge of medical equipment and devices
Integrity and compassion towards human pain
Valid driver's license
Certified CPR
Certified ACLS
Certified PALS
Licensed Paramedic with the State of MS

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate ambulance equipment and respond to radio transmissions
Lead and coordinate the team responding to an emergency
Evaluate the patient's condition on the scene and perform preliminary diagnosis
Attend to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying a variety of pre-hospital simple and advanced treatments (first aid, CPR, administering injections and oxygen etc.) or surgical procedures
Use tech equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatment
Monitor patient's condition en route to the hospital
Collaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors etc.)
Write and submit concrete and accurate reports on incidents
Adhere to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards
Keep abreast with new treatment and medical procedures through continuous training