Paramedic - SCT/CCT at PRIORITY ONDEMAND

Athens, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Emergency Medical Services, Clinical Competence, Communication, Documentation, Team Collaboration, Pharmacology, Intravenous Fluids, Equipment Operation, Patient Assessment, Driving, Safety Operations, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Critical Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Athens, GA 30605 Position Type: National EMS Job Category: Paramedic / CC Paramedic Description: SCT/CCT Paramedic will provide care and treatment of chronically or acutely ill and/or injured patients. Will work together with a team to adhere to the standards of care established by the protocols for the IFT Division, the SCT/CCT Paramedic will work hand in hand with our EMTs and Paramedics, to provide care. Responsibilities: •In collaboration with the patient and family, provides evidence-based professional patient care and coordinates care delivery with other members of the healthcare team •May be required to drive the ambulance to relieve the primary driver during trips with no patient onboard or to accommodate dynamic staffing needs •Administers and maintains pharmacologic agents and intravenous fluids during inter hospital transports •Operate and maintain proficiency with all equipment to in include cardiac monitors, ventilators, hi-flow, and IV pumps •Assists the EMT/Driver in maintaining unit readiness and ensures cleanliness and appropriate par levels for supplies used in the ambulance •Based on assessment of physical, emotional, bio-physical, and spiritual needs, provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes •Incorporates the principles of patient-centered care •Collaborates with online medical control physicians to manage the patient care of complex patients in transport •Communicates patients clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format •Clearly and accurately documents pertinent information in the patients medical record •Consistently demonstrates effective documentation practices and develops strategies to ensure complete documentation of patient care •Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations •Ensures safe operations during ambulance related activities in coordination with the Emergency Vehicle Operator •Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and families •Provides basic patient comfort measures during procedures •Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Requirements: •High School Diploma required •Completion of an accredited paramedic program •Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course prior to release from orientation •3-5 years Experience as a Paramedic in a high acuity, high volume EMS system. Prefer Critcial Care experience. •Georgia Paramedic required, or National Registry Paramedic w/ GA Paramedic and Post Licensure Certification (PLS) obtained by completion of orientation. •ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Advanced Life Support (ACLS) current by completion of orientation •BLS - Basic Life Support Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) current by completion of orientation •PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) current by completion of orientation •CCP-C - Critical Care Paramedic - Certified preferred or obtains specialty certification within 18 months (CCP, FP-C) •Unrestricted Driver's License with clean driving history, and must maintain a good driving record •Ability to lift, carry, and balance a minimum of 125 pounds equally distributed and 250 pounds with assistance, to a height of 33 inches and a distance of 10 feet •Demonstrated high level of clinical competence •Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication •Basic math skills

Responsibilities

The SCT/CCT Paramedic provides care and treatment for chronically or acutely ill and/or injured patients, collaborating with a healthcare team. Responsibilities include administering medications, operating medical equipment, and ensuring patient safety during transport.