WVU Medicine-posted 4 months ago
Parkersburg, WV
5,001-10,000 employees

The Paramedic is a member of the medical care team trained and certified to render supportive care to the patient, sustain life at the scene of accidental injury or sudden illness during transport to a hospital, and is qualified to begin corrective treatment as directed under State Protocol or instructed by Medical Command.

  • Responsible for responding promptly and efficiently to calls.
  • Responsible for care of patient prior to and during transport.
  • Responsible for organized transfer of information to the hospital and accurate, complete and legible report and record keeping.
  • Performs duties of triage area and establishes appropriate priority of care as requested.
  • Responsible for assisting in fire control at sites when other supportive agencies are not available and a patient's life is endangered.
  • Responsible for working with deceased persons in all forms such as drowning victims, burned victims, decomposed victims, etc., as well as render medical care to bereaved families.
  • Responsible for cooperating with police agencies in various situations where a paramedic's life may be in danger and be aware of legal responsibilities at scene of the crime such as rape, child abuse, drug and alcohol related cases, etc.
  • Responsible for performing in inclement weather, providing minor vehicle maintenance and driving an emergency vehicle under extreme conditions such as heavy traffic, inclement weather and fog.
  • Responsible for attending court appearances when called by the State of West Virginia.
  • Upon completion of call/ exam, all paperwork is finished that deals with call/patient. Paperwork must be completed within 48 hours and entered into system.
  • Paramedic Certification as required by WV or OH Department Of Health, Card required or eligible for WV or OH Legal Recognition.
  • National Registry as EMT-Paramedic.
  • BLS –may be taken during new hire orientation ACLS, PALS or PEPP, and PHTLS or ITLS Certification within 60 days of hire.
  • Valid Driver’s license.
  • Completion of Emergency Vehicle Operations Course within 60 days of hire.
  • Six (6) months patient care experience.
  • ACLS Instructor.
  • CPR Instructor.
  • One-year college with emphasis on health care required, Associates Degree preferred.
  • One (1) year patient care experience.
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