Paramedic-FT/PT- Variable-Hoke ED

**Facility** Hoke Hospital **Location** Raeford, North Carolina **Department** Emergency Department **Job Family** Professional **Work Shift** Days (United States of America) **Summary** Perform patient care and transportation duties up to the level authorized by the EMT-P or Paramedic certification in the State of North Carolina. In concert with state certification and local medical control, the incumbent will contribute to a busy metropolitan “advanced life support” ambulance service providing emergency, non-emergency, convalescent, and long-distance service. Obtain and accurately record all available billing information including signatures and to thoroughly and accurately document physical findings and treatment rendered on a patient care record. Workload is considered demanding and the service sets specific performance requirements which must be met. May work under the supervision of a Shift Supervisor and a training officer. Will perform rescue duties with an assigned crew or individually as needed. # **Major Job Functions** The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: - Obtain, record and update vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and weight) - Monitor patient’s respiratory status and initiates oxygen therapy and treatments per protocol - Inspect, thoroughly clean, inventory and restock the ambulance assigned to him/her and report any deficiencies in any equipment observed to supervisor and/or make repairs, if possible - Perform oral, nasal and ET tube suctioning - Assist in C-spine stabilization/immobilization, placing patient on backboard while maintaining cervical alignment - Alway maintains patient safety and confidentiality - Assist with equipment setup including chest-tube drainage system, Rapid Infusion/Fluid Warming Systems, Bair Hugger and gastric lavage - Assist in application of restraints and/or seclusion as needed - Perform additional skills which may include, but not limited to phlebotomy, IV initiation and maintenance,12- lead ECG - Inspect and clean areas assigned, including the bays, bathrooms, kitchens, locker rooms, bedrooms, etc. and assist in maintaining the building and grounds in a neat and clean, and orderly manner - Respond to calls from and change locations when requested by the supervisor or dispatcher, handles both routine transfers and emergency calls - Receive and answer calls following the medical protocols and standard operating procedures set out by the department and the medical director - When encountering patients, this position requires the rendering of medical care, including, but not limited to, psychological support, airway and bleeding control, splinting, bandaging and the performance of ALS skills and procedures appropriate to the individual’s level of certification - Drive an ambulance in a safe and smooth manner consistent with good driving practices - Attend continuing education classes and trains on a regular basis to the satisfaction of the training officer and Medical Director - Other duties as assigned # **Minimum Qualifications** The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job: ## **Education and Formal Training**: - High school diploma or equivalent required - Current Paramedic certification by the State of North Carolina required - Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) as sponsored by American Heart Association required - Possess and maintain a current driver’s license and acceptable driving record for EMS department required - Completion of NIMS 100, 200 and 700 for EMS department required ## **Work Experience**: - 1 year experience with an advanced life support service preferred - 1 year of field EMS/Rescue or related work experience preferred ## **Knowledge, Skills, a…