What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic position at Ellenville First Aid and Rescue?
Overview
Join our dynamic emergency medical services team as a Paramedic, where your expertise will be vital in delivering life-saving care to those in urgent need. As a Paramedic, you will be at the forefront of emergency response, providing critical care in diverse environments, from accident scenes to hospital settings. Your role is essential in ensuring swift, effective, and compassionate patient care while working within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that values professionalism and dedication. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives every day.
10% weekend differential pay.
Duties
- Respond promptly to emergency calls, providing advanced medical interventions on scene and during transport.
- Assess patient conditions through comprehensive physical examinations and vital signs monitoring.
- Administer medications, injections, and treatments following established protocols while maintaining aseptic techniques.
- Manage airway procedures and utilize advanced airway management tools to ensure patient breathing stability.
- Perform patient triage at emergency scenes and prioritizing care based on severity and physiology knowledge.
- Document all patient assessments, treatments, vital signs, and procedures accurately in compliance with medical terminology standards and legal requirements.
- Operate emergency vehicles safely under driving regulations, including heavy lifting and physical exertion during rescue operations.
- Collaborate with hospital staff during hand-offs, providing detailed reports on patient condition and interventions performed.
Qualifications
- Valid EMT certification with experience in emergency medicine; additional paramedic licensure preferred.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and pharmacology related to emergency medicine.
- Hands-on experience with airway management techniques, venipuncture, medication administration, and blood draws (DME).
- Skilled in patient assessment through physical examinations and vital signs monitoring; capable of performing urgent care procedures as needed.
- Experience administering injections and managing complex medical situations in high-pressure environments.
- Familiarity with trauma protocols such as triage systems.
- Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely while adhering to traffic laws; physically capable of heavy lifting and prolonged standing or walking.
- Excellent communication skills for clear documentation and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact lives! We seek motivated professionals eager to deliver exceptional emergency medical services with energy, precision, and compassion—making a real difference when it matters most.
Pay: $33.00 - $39.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12.0 – 48.0 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33 - $39