PARAMEDIC
Job Summary
Responsible for the provision of optimum advanced life support (ALS) care in accordance with KBEMS regulations KRS 311A.170 and all Owensboro Health Community Hospital-Emergency Medical Service guidelines and protocols.
Job Responsibilities
- Navigates ambulance to patient's location.
- Provides stabilization of scene and requests additional assistance as necessary.
- Determines nature and extent of illness or injury and patient's history from available sources.
- Administers emergency medical care within scope of practice, including patient stabilization, monitoring, and resuscitation, from the scene to receiving medical facility.
- Contacts medical personnel, reports and records observations, and follows directives.
- Maintains equipment, restocks supplies, and cleans ambulance as necessary.
- Responsible for the safe operation of all EMS vehicles in accordance with current Kentucky Motor Vehicle care.
- Demonstrates evidence of proficiency in the required basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) skills.
- Maintains personal knowledge and skills in order to deliver optimum patient care as an EMT-P.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relations with fellow team members, hospital staff, fire and rescue squads, police departments, and communication centers.
- Supervises the performance of EMT and EMT-A.
- Documents all patient care, assessments, BLS / ALS skills, and all service reports in a timely manner.
- Participates in training and evaluation of EMTS when approved and requested.
- Must be punctual and ready for all shifts.
- Acts at all times in a professional manner and handles conflict and stressful situations with good judgment.
Qualifications
High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hireNo experience requiredParamedic - Licensed Paramedic in the state of Kentucky required upon hire ANDBLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire ANDACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire ANDDriver - Valid driver's license and 21 years of age required upon hireSkills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Physical Demands
Standing : FrequentlyWalking : FrequentlySitting : OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs : RarelyLifting over 75 lbs : RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyCarrying 25-75 lbs : RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs : RarelyPushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyPushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : FrequentlyPushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : FrequentlyClimbing : OccasionallyBending / Stooping : FrequentlyKneeling : OccasionallyCrouching / Crawling : OccasionallyReaching : FrequentlyTalking : FrequentlyHearing : FrequentlyRepetitive Foot / Leg Movements : RarelyRepetitive Hand / Arm Movements : FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry : FrequentlyRunning : OccasionallyVision : Depth Perception : FrequentlyVision : Distinguish Color : FrequentlyVision : Seeing Far : FrequentlyVision : Seeing Near : FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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