EMT - Paramedic

Job Summary

Performs patient care and treatment activities on ambulance and demonstrates clinical competencies necessary to perform patient care functions as assigned to this position.

Supervises the Following Positions

Positions: N/A

Physical Requirements

• The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
• Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.
• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
• May have to handle emergency situations.
• May be subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.
• May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.
• Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):
  • Sitting- Occasionally
  • Walking- Frequently
  • Standing- Frequently
  • Bending-Frequently
  • Squatting- Frequently
  • Climbing-Frequently
  • Kneeling-Frequently
  • Twisting-Occasionally

Visual and Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes with pets. Works in various conditions.

Performance: Essential Functions

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output, and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Responsible for safe handling of patent transport during loading and unloading, transport on stretcher, and actual transport on the ambulance.
• Maintain the ambulance in a clean, organized and response ready mode.
• When assigned as an Operator/Driver, will be responsible to always operate the assigned ambulance under control and in accordance with federal, state and local laws that govern ambulance operation, and in accordance with approved company policy and safe and efficient ambulance operation.
• Conducts an on-going assessment of patients clinical statics and utilizes the assessment information to plan and implement appropriate care and treatment of patients in accordance with department protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform care for patients of all age ranges.
• Assumes responsibility for preventing incidents that could lead to injury, promptly reports unsafe conditions that require actions from others, promptly reports incidents and completes paperwork, and consistently utilizes equipment properly.
• Administers medications in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medications administered including normal dosages, side effects and expected outcomes. Documents according to policy and utilizes tools and resources to supplement knowledge.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Successful completion of an approved EMT-Paramedic program

Experience:

• Preferred
  • Three years of experience in Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Critical Care Setting

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Current EMT-P license from the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Licensed Paramedic
  • Valid Texas Driver's License
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of hire
• Preferred
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification

*Must maintain all certifications*