Paramedic PD - Hudson Valley Region

Northwell•Poughkeepsie, NY

About The Position

Paramedics provide out-of-hospital emergency medical care and ambulance transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. They use Advanced Life Support knowledge and skills to stabilize and safely transport patients, from routine medical transports to life-threatening emergencies. The role includes responding to assignments, assessing and treating patients in prehospital settings, coordinating with partners and other care personnel, communicating with dispatchers and medical control, and documenting patient care. Paramedics also check and operate ambulance equipment and vehicles, maintain departmental property, comply with applicable regulations and policies, and attend training to maintain certification and knowledge.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Valid New York State driver’s license, current and without violations.
Current New York State Department of Health EMT-Paramedic certification.
Meet the New York State Department of Health Functional Description criteria for EMT-Paramedic qualifications, competencies, and tasks.
1–3 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Current New York City REMAC Paramedic certification.

Responsibilities

Respond to assignments as directed and update unit status as required.
Assess the nature and extent of patients’ illnesses or injuries and prioritize medical procedures in accordance with New York State Department of Health guidelines.
Provide first aid or Advanced Life Support care to sick or injured people in prehospital settings.
Coordinate and interact professionally with partners, patients, public safety personnel, colleagues, and hospital emergency staff to facilitate care delivery.
Communicate with dispatchers, medical control, and treatment-center personnel to share information, arrange patient reception, or receive further treatment instructions.
Write comprehensive reports documenting the scene, physical examination, orders received, treatments provided, patient responses, and other pertinent information.
Check vehicle equipment and systems and complete the manifest at the start of each tour; operate equipment competently and report needed repairs to a supervisor.
Ensure the ambulance complies with 10 NYCRR 800 and departmental policies.
Safeguard and maintain departmental equipment and property.
Operate departmental vehicles in accordance with New York State Vehicle and Traffic Laws and departmental policies.
Attend training to maintain certification and licensure, keep abreast of developments, and maintain existing knowledge.
Perform medical histories and physical examinations as indicated for patients in the field.
Perform related duties as required.