PARAMEDIC, per diem

Job Description

PARAMEDIC, per diem

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Emergency Medical Technician provides care for and transportation of patients assigned.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential:

A. Provide patient care and transportation in accordance with Massachusetts statewide treatment protocols, regulations and laws.

B. Completes assignments in a timely and efficient manner.

C. Operates hospital vehicles safely and in accordance with state law and policy.

D. Assures assigned vehicle, equipment and supplies are in a state of readiness.

E. Communicates and documents accurately, concisely, legibly and in a timely manner according to departmental and hospital policy.

F. Maintains safety awareness and reports unusual occurrences.

G. Completes mandatory in-service training.

H. Participates in Quality Assurance and Improvement activities as directed.

I. Assures security, integrity, and accounting of pharmaceuticals assigned to them.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Graduation from high school or the equivalent.

B. Evidence of course completion in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation-Healthcare provider level.

C. Evidence of course completion in Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

D. EMT-Paramedic certification from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

E. Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record.