Paramedic

About the role

Paramedic responsible for responding to ALS intervention requests and providing emergency medical care in the pre‑hospital environment according to SSHS protocols and the ALS system Medical Director. Duties include assisting in the hospital after credentialing, maintaining vehicle and equipment, documenting patient care, and participating in community EMS development.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for paramedic services from area departments in a timely and safe manner.
• Acknowledge town dispatcher by radio within two minutes of receiving a call.
• Follow Massachusetts laws Chapter 89, Sect. 7 and Chapter 90, Sections 7, 13, 14, 16, 17 regarding emergency driving.
• Report time enroute, scene arrival, and unavailable status to requesting town dispatcher by radio.
• Park vehicle in areas designated by local fire or police, or in a safe area if not directed.
• Complete documentation and records per department policy; ensure run report is accurate, legible, and entered into computer database.
• Perform vehicle/equipment checklist each shift and record all responses in the trip log.
• Complete and submit patient charges with each trip report where treatment was provided; document patient refusals with trip sheet and refusal form.
• Sign off narcotics per policy.
• Ensure vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times; know location and proper use of equipment.
• Restock vehicle and equipment within 30 minutes following a run.
• Keep vehicle clean and maintain fuel and fluids per schedule or as needed.
• Report damaged or unsafe equipment to Director upon identification.
• Render pre‑hospital medical care at the paramedic level; perform complete and accurate patient assessments.
• Adhere to Region IV treatment protocols and procedures and carry out medical control's orders within scope of practice.
• Maintain proficiency in all related ALS skills.
• Interact with patients in a pleasant and professional manner; give accurate, concise radio reports and adhere to established radio communication protocols.
• Maintain sufficient knowledge of geography.
• Perform assigned duties in the emergency department under supervision of ED physicians, limited to techniques within scope of training and under direction of Medical Control Physician.
• Assist with 12‑lead EKGs, blood draws, IV insertions; chart in‑house skills per appropriate policy.
• Act as a team leader in emergency responses; direct EMTs and other medical personnel on scene in the patient's best interest.
• Cooperate with local EMTs, public safety, fire, and police in a spirit of professionalism.
• Take proper care of vehicle and equipment; prevent loss or damage by careful handling and storage; maintain per policy; keep vehicle locked when unattended.
• Pursue new levels in Paramedicine technology and participate in activities contributing to professional growth and development.
• Maintain current certifications as required; share new information with fellow staff.
• Attend monthly staff meetings; maintain a skill log for all skills performed.