Paramedic - FULL TIME - Todd County

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Paramedic must be currently licensed in the state of Kentucky and have a current ACLS and BLS certification.

Requirements : Job Duties :

• Supports the mission, policies, and procedures established by Ohio County EMS
• Acts as a preceptor for new employees and EMT-P students while adhering to set Policy for a preceptor site.
• Observes patient clinical signs and symptoms and communicates these effectively to receiving medical facility of higher level of Pre-Hospital Care.
• Completes all required documentation for each patient / activity / run performed and turns in all run forms and associated paperwork within the time frame specified in agency policy.
• Maintains clean and neat work area at assigned station to insure a clean and safe work environment
• Interacts professionally with 911 dispatch and adheres to all communications protocols.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and well stocked Ambulance during their shift. Completing All shift Check documentation prior to end of the assigned shift. (SUPV)
• Provides Advanced Life Support in Emergency and Non-Emergency situations According to established Medical Protocols
• Responds promptly to all Emergency and Non-Emergency calls, Adhering to Service policy regarding in-service times.
• While On-Call, Responds to their assigned Station within required time of being notified and adheres to all On-Call policies.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in driving of Ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Must know and practice the proper techniques of moving, repositioning, and transferring of patients from and to bed, stretcher and / or wheelchair. Practices safe and effective lifting techniques.
• Performs Advanced Life Support procedures such as IV’s, Intubations and other Skills as described in Medical Protocol as an Advanced procedure with minimal Difficulty.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Universal Precautions and Infection Control practices in preventing the spread of disease / infections among employees, patients, family members and other Heath Care providers.
• Must know the correct procedure for documentation of daily ambulance check sheets including checking of call truck. (SUPV)
• Establishes early ALS Intervention / Care on Medical emergencies by providing Oxygen, Monitor and initial assessment within 10 minutes of arrival.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of proper procedures for immobilization and patient packaging as directed by agency medical protocol.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of Advanced Life support procedures according to Established Medical Protocols. Has good knowledge of all medical protocols.
• Participates in Service – Sponsored training and attends Medical staff meetings To increase ALS skills and knowledge.
• Constantly strives to maintain and increase job related skills and knowledge by attending all in-service and educational programs offered by the agency.
• Initiates and promotes effective working relationships by utilizing appropriate Interpersonal communication skills with all staff members.
• Identifies and initiates resolution of conflict with self and others using appropriate Channels of communication.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude toward supervision, instruction and is cooperative with implementing new and / or revised policies and procedures.
• Presents a professional and well groomed appearance abiding by Com-Care’s dress code while at work. (SUPV)
• Interacts appropriately with patients, family members and visitors in the patient’s Home, office or other Health Care locations.
• Promotes patient privacy and maintains confidentiality of patient and employee Information by complying with the Confidentiality policy.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and accountability by identifying own Strengths and weaknesses.
• Reports to work as scheduled and works time scheduled. Clocks in by time scheduled.
• Promptly notifies the appropriate staff member / supervisor in the event of illness / absence, abiding by set agency policy providing adequate time for supervisor to find a replacement.
• Absenteeism is infrequent and for just reason, with no unexcused absences.
• Attends all staff, management and committee meetings and mandatory in-services unless excused by the Shift Supervisor or Director.