Lead Paramedic

Position Summary

The Lead Paramedic will provide emergency medical and trauma care to patients in various settings. Responsibilities include performing triage, delivering urgent care, and managing patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• May perform DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing - training provided
• Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and ancillary testing
• Determine nature and extent of illness or injury to establish first aid procedures
• Assist clients with case management of injuries and follow-up care
• Dispense medications and DME as ordered by the treating clinician
• Administer prescribed first-aid treatment, including application of splints, oxygen administration, and artificial resuscitation
• Communicate with emergency treatment facility professionals for further treatment and patient reception
• Maintain supplies, clean equipment, and ensure the facility operates efficiently
• Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices
• Notify supervisor of equipment issues, supply needs, or facility operational concerns
• Aid clients with wellness activities
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules
• Attend client safety team meetings or huddles as required

Education/Credentials

• High School Diploma or GED
• Major: Degree from an accredited college or university
• Certifications and Licenses: Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic, CPR/First Aid Certification, Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, Hair and Oral Fluids Collection certifications, OSHA safety certifications or experience, ARC/CPR Instructor, BLS and ACLS Certification

Experience

• Customarily has at least 3 years of 911 experience
• Fire Fighter experience a plus

Job-Related Skills/Competencies

• Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• Outstanding customer service skills, dealing with people in a manner showing tact and professionalism
• Proper handling of sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
• Demonstrated medical knowledge, techniques, and information needed to treat injuries
• Demonstrated ability to speak effectively and convey information to supervisors, peers, and customers
• Demonstrated ability to use judgement and perform critical thinking
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and data entry into various systems/applications