Paramedic -VT St Albans (Per Diem)

Job Description

Job Description

Under the supervision of the AmCare Leadership team the Paramedic is an integral part of the AmCare EMS team, providing medical care during emergent and nonemergent transports. The Paramedic is responsible for assessing patients' conditions, administering advanced life support, and transporting patients to medical facilities for further treatment. Paramedics are an integral part of the healthcare system, provide critical care during emergencies and making a significant impact on patient‘s lives. The role of the Paramedic requires exceptional leadership qualities, advanced training and education, demands quick thinking, compassion, and the ability to work as part of a team to deliver timely and effective pre-hospital care.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care within the scope of practice of a Paramedic
• Provide leadership and mentoring to EMT and AEMT crew members
• Respond to emergent and non-emergent transports
• Provides effective communication with patients, dispatch, crews, family members, and facility staff
• Ability operation communication devices; portable radio, cell phone, computer tablet
• Completion of patient contact reports prior to shift completion
• Ensure maintenance of vehicles and equipment for transport readiness
• Maintain cleanliness of station
• Maintain certifications with timely completion of refresher courses and CMEs
• Remain current on all state protocols, policies, and / or procedures
• Represent AmCare at community events as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Preferred Skills

We'd love for you to join the AmCare team!