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Charlestown Paramedic

Charlestown Paramedic

Alert AmbulanceProvidence, RI, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Details

Job Location

Charlestown Base - Charlestown, RI

Salary Range

$36.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Job Shift

Any

Job Category

Health Care

Description

BASIC FUNCTIONS :

  • To Provide quality ALS care and transportation to those requiring the services of the company.
  • To perform as a trained and caring professional representing the company

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS :

  • Assigned Base Supervisor
  • The Senior Paramedic has medical decision-making authority during shift.
  • Overall supervision of ALS Personnel rests with the Chief Operations Officer

    • RESPONSIBILITY :

  • The EMT Paramedic / Cardiac / Intermediate is directly responsible to the shift supervisor.
  • The primary functional responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

    • Read and understand the company's Policy and Procedure Manual.

  • Reporting on time and in uniform for their assigned shift in good mental and physical health.
  • Maintain appropriate certifications (MA and / or RI) in order to function as an EMT legally.
  • Ensure that assigned vehicle is stocked, serviced, and cleaned as specified by the daily checklist.
  • Assure all biomedical equipment is checked, operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's standards.
  • Perform, with a good attitude, all job tasks assigned by the Base Supervisor or other managerial personnel.
  • Maintain the base living quarters (bunkroom, TV room, bathrooms, garage bay, etc.) in clean and sanitary condition.
  • Greet all inspection personnel both within the company and State or local officials professionally, courteously and with enthusiasm.
  • Attend appropriate ALS continued training for skills review.
  • Attend Medical Rounds.
  • Inspect and sign off on all controlled substances and drugs responsible for during shift.
  • Maintain a monthly inventory of all controlled substances within the narcotics logbook.

    • SPECIFIC DUTIES :

  • The duties of the Staff EMT Paramedic / Cardiac / Intermediate include, but are not necessarily limited to the following :

    • Upon receiving vehicle assignment at start of shift, the EMT will do the following during the first 15-20 minutes of shift : complete equipment checklist; check fluid levels; visual inspection of lights and exterior; restock equipment and inform Shift Supervisor / Dispatcher of any deficiencies or problems; sign on the air with dispatch reporting in service and giving vehicle mileage.

  • If a call precludes the above, it will be accomplished at the earliest possible time.
  • Manage all patients in accordance with standards of care and Statewide Treatment Protocols.
  • Have a complete understanding of the Scope of Practice of the EMT Paramedic / Cardiac / Intermediate as well as Statewide treatment protocol relative to the State(s) of certification.
  • Complete the appropriate documentation on all calls in a legible manner and to the standard expected within the company.
  • Carry out all assignments in a timely and professional manner.
  • Ensure that vehicle is appropriately stocked, cleaned (vehicle trash can emptied, stretcher made, suction sterilized, etc.) at completion of shift.
  • On the overnight shift, ensure that bunkroom is cleaned, and linen is disposed of properly.
  • While on the road, ensure that constant communication contact is maintained between crew and dispatch.
  • While on duty, have on your personal all appropriate EMT certifications and driver's license.
  • Operate the ambulance in a safe and reasonable manner in accordance with the laws of Due Regard.
  • Familiarize self with service area and facilities.
  • Maintain professional radio procedures in accordance with the policy and procedures of the company.
  • Conduct oneself so as to never endanger a patient or the credibility of the company.
  • Service as a Team Member and as such adopt a whatever it takes to get the job done attitude.
  • When working with a BLS provider conduct oneself in accordance with the Borrowed Servants doctrine.

    • Qualifications

  • The requirements to maintain employment will include :

    • Ability to read, understand and communicate in English.

  • Ability to lift and carry 125 pounds.
  • Maintain as active Driver's License.
  • Maintain all appropriate and mandated credentials as defined by OEMS regulations and the company.
  • Maintain appropriate State(s) licensure / certification.
  • Employees assigned to dual licensed bases must obtain and maintain dual licensure.
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