What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT/Paramedic position at Deer Lodge Medical Center?
This EMT/Paramedic position is located in Deer Lodge, Montana at the Deer Lodge Medical Center. As a Gold Certified member of the Planetree Network, DLMC achieves excellence in person-centered care by prioritizing the active participation of patients and their families throughout the healthcare process with an emphasis on partnership, compassion, transparency, inclusion, and quality. We currently are hiring:
- One (1) part time night shift position from 7PM to 7AM for an EMT or Paramedic to work 2 – 12-hour shifts Saturday and Sunday each week. Yearly education reimbursement. Come join our great EMS team!
Relocation assistance, retention bonus, competitive pay and full benefit package. Great working environment! DLMC is an eligible facility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
POSITION SUMMARY: The Emergency Medical Technician is responsible for providing medical assistance to patients upon scene arrival and en route to the hospital while working with another Emergency Care Provider. Responsiblities also include assisting with patient care in the Emergency Department and inpatient/TCU unit which include but are not limited to the essential duties and responsibilities listed below.
QUALIFICATIONS: An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Required Education and/or Experience:
· High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
· Efficient computer capabilities
· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
· Ability to be flexible as the position requires
· Self-motivated and adaptable to fluctuating job duties
Required Credentials:
· Current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification
· EMT-B (requires 110 hours of training)
Preferred:
· AEMT requires 200-400 hours of training
· National Registry of Emergency Technicians (NREMT) preferred
· Previous EMT experience in rural community preferred
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide exceptional service and care to all patients, customers and team members.
2. Help to resuscitate patients in an emergency before hospital admission
3. Provide medical assistance during emergency situations, such as CPR, AED, prevent shock, control severe bleeding, prevent spinal damage, etc.
4. Administration of oxygen, airway management, etc. within scope of practice
5. Evaluate a patient’s condition in order to determine the right course of treatment
6. Monitor and treat a patient’s condition while en route to the hospital
7. Aid in the transfer of patients to the emergency units of hospitals
8. Provides leadership onscene contributing to a controlled and calm environment
9. Create a patient care report and take notes of the medical treatment given to the patient
10. Keep the equipment clean after use; check and replace damaged and used supplies
11. Decontaminate the interior of the ambulance if it is used to transport a patient suffering from a contagious disease
12. Assist with the preparation of a variety of reports and documents
13. Attend meetings as requested by administration
14. Protect patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
15. Follows policies and procedures; reporting needed changes
16. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
17. Operates emergency vehicles safely under emergency and nonemergency situations
18. Perform other related duties as assigned
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POSITION: Paramedic
DEPARTMENT: Nursing/Emergency Department
RESPONSIBLE TO: EMS Director
POSITION SUMMARY: The Paramedic is responsible for providing medical care to patients upon scene arrival and en route to the hospital while working with another EMT or a paramedic. Responsibilities also include assisting with patient care in the Emergency Department and inpatient/TCU unit which include but are not limited to the essential duties and responsibilities listed below.
QUALIFICATIONS: An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Required Education and/or Experience:
· High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
· Efficient computer capabilities
· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
· Ability to be flexible as the position requires
· Self-motivated and adaptable to fluctuating job duties
Required Credentials:
· Current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification
· Current ACLS and PALS certification
· EMT-P
Preferred:
· Critical Care endorsement
· National Registry of Emergency Technicians (NREMT) preferred
· Previous Paramedic experience in rural community preferred
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide exceptional service and care to all patients, customers and team members.
2. Help to resuscitate patients in an emergency before hospital admission
3. Provide medical care during emergency situations, such as CPR, defibrillation, placement of advanced airways, treatment of shock, control of severe bleeding, prevention of spinal damage, etc.
4. Administer intravenous medications, drips, and oxygen
5. Patient evaluation and treatment
6. Evaluate, treat and monitor patient’s condition according to protocols and current standards of care
7. Transfer patients between hospitals
8. Reassure those involved in an emergency including family and bystanders
9. Complete patient care reports and take notes of medical treatment given to patients in a timely manner
10. Clean ambulance, cot & equipment after use; check and replace damaged and used supplies
11. Decontaminate the interior of the ambulance if used to transport a patient suspected to be suffering from a contagious disease
12. Assist with patient care and other needs as directed by the charge nurse for the Emergency Department and inpatient unit
13. Assist with restocking supplies in the Emergency Department and Inpatient areas
14. Assist with registering patients
15. Attend meetings as requested by administration
16. Protect patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal information.
17. Maintain operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes
18. Contributes to a positive team culture
19. Operates emergency vehicles (must be licensed and insurable)
20. Perform other related duties as assigned
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Montana EMT License (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- ACLS Certification (Required)
- PALS Certification (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
- Montana Paramedic License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18