What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic position at LifeNet EMS?
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain high quality of patient care by assuming responsibilities for medical care of the patient and carrying out established policies and procedures.
- Respond to requests for emergency medical care, examine patients, and report on patient medical condition to an emergency room nurse or physician via two-way radio or telephone.
- Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator and EKG monitor, telemetry equipment, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, injections, CPR, and other procedures and medications as required.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Prepare and submit EMS pre-hospital forms according to LifeNet standards, patient records, and other forms as required.
- All aspects of patient movement including, but not limited to, lifting from the ground, lifting a patient while on the cot, lifting a patient in a stair chair, carrying a patient down step in a stair chair or cot, moving patients from one surface to another (cot to bed, cot to bench seat, etc.).
- Follows LifeNet guidelines for customer service.
- Administer wound care and apply traction and/or splinting.
- Read maps and route ambulance unit.
- Transport patients to medical facilities.
- Gather patient billing information and appropriate billing signatures.
- Assure that emergency vehicle is completely inventoried, stocked and in good running order throughout the work shift.
- Complete daily report. Report mechanical problems to Maintenance Department and/or Supervisor.
- Maintain the cleanliness of vehicle and area stations.
- Comply with continuing education requirements and maintain all relevant licenses, certifications and other documents required for employment.
- Maintain verbal contact with the Communications Center via two-way radio regarding unit readiness, crew identities, location, etc.
- Adhere to established pre-hospital care protocols.
- Function as a public relations representative when dealing with facilities, agencies, etc.
- Responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- NREMT Paramedic (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000