EMS/Ambulance Paramedic - Manhattan, United States - County of Riley

Description

Job Description

The Paramedic will lead and provide direct patient care within their scope of practice independently and in support of their partner in the pre-hospital, and inter-facility transfer settings. The employee will participate in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and ambulances. The employee must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks and maintain a high level of patient/customer satisfaction. EMS works 12/24/36 hour shift structures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Proficiently performs skills within the scope of practice of a Paramedic in a compassionate and caring manner.
• Proficiently performs ALS skills including advanced airway management, IV/IO insertion, medication administration, 4-Lead and 12-lead EKG placement and interpretation, defibrillation and pacing, chest decompression. This list is not all inclusive.
• Leads, anticipates, and reacts to partner's needs in support of patient care
• Works independently, multi-tasks and manages a multi-casualty scene
• Maintains professional image and promotes professional relationships among EMS, health care and other public service personnel and encourages communication at all levels.
• Documents accurately and timely the electronic medical record
• Participates in routine shift duties (daily, weekly, and monthly activities)
• Is available for event standby time per guidelines.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains positive and professional relationship with local emergency service providers, hospital staff, physicians, and other community shareholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required

Certificate(s)/License(s):

• Kansas Certified Paramedic required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association within 6 Months of hire.
• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association, or Riley County EMS credentialed within 6 months upon hire.
• Valid Kansas Driver's License History of minimal violations. Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record and insurability also required.
• One or more of the following:
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Pediatric Care within 6 months of hire date or closest offered date of hire date.
• Advanced Medical Life Support required within 6 months of hire Successfully completed RCEMS credentialing program.

Skills: Ability to appraise emergency medical services and making appropriate decisions that could affect the population of the county. Ability to understand complex oral and written instruction, ability to speak and write effectively, and ability to give clear, concise instruction orally and in writing. Must demonstrate compassion and professionalism and have the ability to inspire and motivate others along with the emotional intelligence to provide care during emotionally stressful situations. Must be able to assess patient needs and possess quality psychomotor skills.

Physical Demand/Effort: The physical demands described are representative of those required met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position. Frequently heavy physical demands when working the clinical area. Frequently required to lift over 50 pounds. Frequently performs activities that require stooping, bending, and reaching, squatting, balancing, and trunk twisting throughout the shift. Frequently communicate verbally and in written form. Required to have good visual, auditory and color determination. Will include high stress situations and several activities simultaneously

Work Environment/Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to blood, body fluids, fumes, or airborne particles, and sharp objects potentially contaminated with blood borne pathogens or other infectious agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Working environment may quickly change from an office setting to an indoor acute care clinical setting or to an uncontrolled, unpredictable pre-hospital setting. May be exposed to extreme heat or cold environment, wet or slippery surfaces. May be exposed to patients with communicable diseases. Wears personal protective equipment as needed.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.