What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedics position at KIT CARSON COUNTY HEALTH SERVICE DISTRICT?
Provides professional care to the Emergency room, Medical Surgical, Post Anesthesia Care and Cardiac Treadmill departments in conjunction with Registered Nurse. The paramedic scope of practice at Kit Carson Memorial Hospital allows for the administration of medications based upon paramedic scope of practice as defined by the State of Colorado and as approved by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee per hospital formulary. Paramedics will administer medications per physician order and performs other therapeutic measures either per physician order, delegated duty, hospital policy or as an independent paramedic function based upon Paramedic Scope of Practice. Must know and remain within Scope of Practice when providing patient education on illness management, disease prevention, and health promotion. Able to perform general paramedic duties in other departments in conjunction with registered nurse with adequate supervision.
Qualifications:Current Paramedic Certification as required by the State of Colorado; ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications; ability to read and communicate effectively in English; strong written and verbal skills; basic computer knowledge.
Salary : $27 - $40