Patient Care Expediter at Rutland Regional Medical Center – Rutland, Vermont

Works in cooperation with nursing staff and under the direction of the providers in providing timely, efficient, and effective acute care of patients utilizing a team model. Performs care including assessments, treatments and medication administration to patients utilizing skills based on the National Scope of Practice for Paramedics (VT EMS Protocols).

Minimum Education

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of accredited paramedic education program.

Minimum Work Experience

• 3 years as a pre-hospital care provider required, experience as a Critical Care Paramedic preferred.
• Experience with immobilization and stabilization procedures a plus.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• NREMT registration.
• Current Vermont State EMS certification and/or LPN licensure.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Avanced Life Support (PALS)
• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Basic airway skills.
• Immobilization skills.
• IV therapy skills.
• Oxygen and ventilation administration skills.
• Bleeding control and shock management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in providing critical care, knowledge, and skills.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.

Pay Range: $24.16 - $35.19

COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIALS RATES

• $4.25 - Evenings
• $8.00 - Nights
• $4.75 - Weekends

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