What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic position at Forrest City Medical Center?
Paramedic
Full Time Position
Job Summary:
- Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured.
- Transports and transfers patients and assesses the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow.
- Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen when necessary, dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids, and performs other emergency medical procedures during the ambulance ride.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Performs a variety of tasks.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Registered with the EMT National Registry.
- Licensed by State EMS Authority.
- 1-2 years of related experience.
- Must be CPR certified.
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
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