Description

The mission and purpose of this position are to compassionately deliver high-quality service and basic and advanced patient care in a professional, caring and cost effective manner. The Paramedic works under the supervision of Operations and Clinical Managers. Provides advanced-level care and transportation of ill and injured patients as described and regulated by the Missouri Bureau of Emergency Medical Services via the authority of the Missouri Comprehensive Emergency Medical Services Systems Act (Chapter 190, Missouri Revised Statutes 190.010 190.245).

Qualifications

Performs all patient care skills at the level of a Missouri licensed EMT-Paramedic.
Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.
Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
Communicate with patient and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given and to show compassion.
Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene management as needed.
Drive the ambulance safely or provide map reading support to minimize call response time
Keep current on certifications.
Communicate with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
Monitor and maintain the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of BCEMS.
Document activities completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call. Provides complete documentation of patient care and other data necessary for completion of the Health EMS Patient Report Form.
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of vehicle, supplies and equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.