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Job Title: Paramedic Location: Covington, LA Department: Acadian Ambulance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Operations Supervisor Shifts Hiring: Part-time, Full-time Job Summary
Provide appropriate, efficient, and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national, and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice. Equipment
Ambulance; stretcher; folding stretcher; scoop stretcher; long spine boards and KED; spinal immobilization equipment; radios and computerized communications equipment; splinting devices; suction devices; bandaging materials; oxygen bottles and tubings; basic and advanced airway management devices; glucometer; intravenous fluid therapy equipment; cardiac monitor / defibrillator; pulse oximeter; fire extinguisher; simple extrication devices; simple mechanics tools; blood pressure cuff and stethoscope; patient restraints; simple traction devices; other medical and related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced. Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assist other medical personnel as necessary. Administer prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport. Provide careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance. Provide safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility. Provide a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination. Document all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtain and record non-medical patient information as required. Complete other patient documentation and forms as required. Conduct regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the paramedic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order. Upon completion of transport, be responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service. Be responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s equipment and its proper use at all times. Document and report all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required. In the absence of other qualified personnel, be responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary. In the absence of other qualified personnel, be responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders. In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operate / drive the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised. Follow all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment. Attend all mandatory meetings as scheduled. Complete assigned station and station grounds duties. Order supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed. Complete assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required. Complete all required company reports and logs and, when necessary, provide other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information. As an approved Field Training Officer, be responsible for training new employees as directed. As an approved Field Training Officer, be responsible for precepting EMT-Basic, Intermediate, and Paramedic students as directed. Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic and Intermediate job descriptions. Perform other duties as assigned. These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, responsibilities, requirements and conditions. Physical Demands
Physical activities and the amount of time spent performing each while on this job: None, up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, over 2/3 for standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, using hands, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling. Weight lifting requirements: Up to 10 pounds, up to 25 pounds, up to 50 pounds, up to 100 pounds. More than 100 pounds not required. Vision requirements: Color vision, distance vision (20 feet or more), close vision (20 inches or less), peripheral vision, depth perception, focusing. Specific job duties which require the physical demands noted above: Lifting of patient from beds or emergency scenes onto stretcher and into ambulance; carrying of patients and equipment; climbing stairs or steps; working in unusual geographic settings such as ditches, hills, embankments, high elevations; working with small, delicate items such as IV catheters and setups, medications, endotracheal tubes, monitor switches, etc.; visually assessing the safety and condition of the emergency scene and the patient; verbally communicating with patients, co-workers, medical personnel and the public via electronic equipment; driving the ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations. Work environment: Hazardous materials calls, electrical emergencies, vehicular accidents, outdoor emergency settings, hurricanes, tornadoes, industrial accidents, etc. Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED. National and/or State certification as a Paramedic determined by appropriate state requirements. Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association. Current ACLS certification as established by the American Heart Association. Current and valid state-issued driver’s license (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D”). Must be able to read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers. Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies. Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions. Additional certifications such as NALS, PALS, PHTLS, PEEP, and instructor certifications are preferred but not required. Interpersonal Requirements
Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms. Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small. Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results. Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed. Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public. Training Requirements
Orientation to job requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Paramedic
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Acadian Air Med Be among the first 25 applicants. Job Information
Job Title: Paramedic Location: Covington, LA Department: Acadian Ambulance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Operations Supervisor Shifts Hiring: Part-time, Full-time Job Summary
Provide appropriate, efficient, and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national, and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice. Equipment
Ambulance; stretcher; folding stretcher; scoop stretcher; long spine boards and KED; spinal immobilization equipment; radios and computerized communications equipment; splinting devices; suction devices; bandaging materials; oxygen bottles and tubings; basic and advanced airway management devices; glucometer; intravenous fluid therapy equipment; cardiac monitor / defibrillator; pulse oximeter; fire extinguisher; simple extrication devices; simple mechanics tools; blood pressure cuff and stethoscope; patient restraints; simple traction devices; other medical and related equipment items not specifically listed may be added as new items are introduced. Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assist other medical personnel as necessary. Administer prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport. Provide careful handling of the patient to and from the ambulance. Provide safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance to the medical facility. Provide a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination. Document all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtain and record non-medical patient information as required. Complete other patient documentation and forms as required. Conduct regular unit inventory and equipment testing to ensure all equipment for which the paramedic is responsible is present, clean and in proper working order. Upon completion of transport, be responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service. Be responsible for full knowledge of the ambulance’s equipment and its proper use at all times. Document and report all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other ambulance personnel as required. In the absence of other qualified personnel, be responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient if necessary. In the absence of other qualified personnel, be responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders. In both the emergency and non-emergency setting, operate / drive the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants are not compromised. Follow all FCC regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment. Attend all mandatory meetings as scheduled. Complete assigned station and station grounds duties. Order supplies and equipment from Central Supply to replenish station and ambulance inventories as needed. Complete assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, waxing, interior and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required. Complete all required company reports and logs and, when necessary, provide other ambulance and supervisory personnel with the information. As an approved Field Training Officer, be responsible for training new employees as directed. As an approved Field Training Officer, be responsible for precepting EMT-Basic, Intermediate, and Paramedic students as directed. Must meet and fulfill the qualifications, requirements, functions and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic and Intermediate job descriptions. Perform other duties as assigned. These duties, responsibilities, requirements, and conditions are not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties, responsibilities, requirements and conditions. Physical Demands
Physical activities and the amount of time spent performing each while on this job: None, up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, over 2/3 for standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, using hands, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling. Weight lifting requirements: Up to 10 pounds, up to 25 pounds, up to 50 pounds, up to 100 pounds. More than 100 pounds not required. Vision requirements: Color vision, distance vision (20 feet or more), close vision (20 inches or less), peripheral vision, depth perception, focusing. Specific job duties which require the physical demands noted above: Lifting of patient from beds or emergency scenes onto stretcher and into ambulance; carrying of patients and equipment; climbing stairs or steps; working in unusual geographic settings such as ditches, hills, embankments, high elevations; working with small, delicate items such as IV catheters and setups, medications, endotracheal tubes, monitor switches, etc.; visually assessing the safety and condition of the emergency scene and the patient; verbally communicating with patients, co-workers, medical personnel and the public via electronic equipment; driving the ambulance in emergency and non-emergency situations. Work environment: Hazardous materials calls, electrical emergencies, vehicular accidents, outdoor emergency settings, hurricanes, tornadoes, industrial accidents, etc. Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED. National and/or State certification as a Paramedic determined by appropriate state requirements. Current CPR certification as established by the American Heart Association. Current ACLS certification as established by the American Heart Association. Current and valid state-issued driver’s license (equivalent of a Louisiana Class “D”). Must be able to read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers. Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies. Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions. Additional certifications such as NALS, PALS, PHTLS, PEEP, and instructor certifications are preferred but not required. Interpersonal Requirements
Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms. Achieve accomplishment of all task details, no matter how small. Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results. Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed. Must maintain professionalism and respect with patients, co-workers, emergency service providers, healthcare workers and the general public. Training Requirements
Orientation to job requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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