Paramedic
Company: Reliance Medical Transport
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Salary: $52,000.00
Benefits:
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
100% Employer Paid:
Medical, Eye, Dental Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
401K
Total Compensation (based on full-time hours) $60,918.00
About Us: We are a Veteran owned and operated private EMS agency
currently serving the veteran's in Hampton Roads through the VA
Hospital in Hampton, VA. It is our honor to serve these heroes and
we are looking for Hampton Road's best and brightest providers to
help us accomplish this mission.
Job Summary: Our paramedics compassionately responds to emergent
and non-emergent calls for medical assistance, and transportation.
They deliver high-quality basic and advanced patient care to the
level of certification and according to Company policies and
protocols in a professional, safe, caring, and cost-effective
manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action;
utilizes medical equipment including defibrillator, EKG monitor,
ventilators, IV pumps, hemodynamic monitoring devices, advanced
airway adjuncts/procedures, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous
fluids and medications; performs CPR and other medical procedures
as required to provide advanced medical care in accordance with
training and established clinical protocols, safety requirements
and standard operating procedures.
Utilize and interpret common laboratory reports.
Manage complicated pharmacologic infusions.
Utilize advanced surgical procedures, e.g., escharotomy,
cricothyrotomy.
Perform treatments and procedures in accordance with a Paramedic
CCT level of certification and according to local policies and
medical protocols.
Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.
Communicate with receiving facility for medical direction and to
provide critical information.
Communicate with patient, loved ones and others in various
environments to collect necessary data and to explain procedures
and processes in a professional, calm, and thoughtful manner.
Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit
management as needed.
Drive the ambulance and other company vehicles; provide map reading
or directional assistance utilizing other navigation devices,
accurately discern street signs and address numbers to minimize
call response time.
Continuously maintain all required certifications; attend and
complete all required training.
Communicate with dispatch personnel to receive and understand call
data and customer feedback.
Monitor and maintain the general condition of the ambulance.
Participate in and ensure that beginning of shift procedures are
accurately completed and documented daily.
Check and monitor the condition and state of readiness of equipment
throughout the shift and report any issues to the on-duty
Supervisor.
Assist as necessary with cleaning the ambulance inside and outside
in accordance with Risk and Safety guidelines and local policies to
ensure a sanitary and safe environment for all passengers and
patients and to promote a positive Company image in the
community.
Assist as necessary to restock supplies and ensure the ambulance is
fueled and ready for the next shift.
Accurately document all patient assessments and care provided
during each call via the Company's platform; ensure all relevant
patient data is collected and entered for appropriate billing.
Follow policies and procedures regarding out-of-chute and
turnaround times.
Consider patient status, insurance, and preferred facilities when
determining transport destinations.
Ability to work past scheduled shift end time with little or no
notice.
Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all internal
co-workers, external allied health staff, and public safety
personnel.
Report immediately to the on-duty supervisor and or account manager
any incident involving a negative customer and/or patient
interaction.
Read medication/prescription labels and directions for usage in
quick, accurate and expedient manner.
Ability to discern deviations/changes in eye/skin coloration due to
patient's condition and to the treatment given.
Communicate clearly and precisely via phone or radio with
Communications Center personnel, receiving facilities or other EMS
providers as to the status of patient.
Negotiate with customers regarding additional services when
appropriate, e.g., return transport.
Meet and communicate with existing customers/staff including
skilled nursing, assisted living and hospital facilities to ensure
the Company is meeting their needs and determine if additional
services can be provided. Report these interactions to the
Operations and Account Managers regularly.
Actively solicit new business opportunities from facilities the
Company is not currently providing services for. Report in
additional services to the Operations and Account Managers
regularly.
Coach and educate partners of new and changing information, as
necessary.
Participate in community programs to maintain the Company's image
and foster strong community relations.
Adhere to and comply with all Company and information systems
security requirements and procedures.
Arrive for duty appropriately groomed and in the proper work
dress/uniform
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & License/Certification:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Must have a clean background and ability to pass a drug screen
Effective oral and written communication skills; strong listening
and comprehension abilities, adaptability to quickly evolving
situations, and strong decision making.
Paramedic Certification (Required)
CPR Certification (Required) - AHA (Preferred)
ACLS Certification (Required) - AHA (Preferred)
PALS Certification or equivalent (Required) - AHA (Preferred)
Valid Driver's License (Required)
EVOC (Preferred)
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays,
extended workdays.
Long periods inside the ambulance.
May work indoors or outdoors with exposure to weather.
Possible routine exposure to moderate noise levels.
May periodically work in poorly lit environments in a moving
vehicle
Physical Demands:
Moderate to extended amounts of sitting, standing, and walking.
Some repetitive motion activities.
Routinely lifting more than 250 lbs. with assistance.
Pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling,
twisting, carrying, typing and stair climbing.
Visual identification of color-coded items.
Clear speech and hearing.
Must be able to wear a face mask or respirator with proper fit for
extended periods when required
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment provided
Daily health and temperature screenings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
We have a fun, people oriented culture here at Reliance with an
emphasis on personal and professional growth and balance. Reliance
Medical Transport offers paid training, competitive pay rates,
health, dental and vision insurance, and flexible scheduling
options.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Reliance Medial Transport is an equal opportunity employer.
Reliance Medical Transport prohibits discrimination and harassment
of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees
and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability or genetic information. Reliance
Medical Transport conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter
of all applicable laws and regulations.
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