Paramedic - CCT
Provident Behavioral Health · Potsdam, NY · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
A Certified Critical Care Paramedic provides advanced emergency medical care and transport for critically ill or injured patients.
Responsibilities
- Respond to emergency calls, assess patient conditions, and determine appropriate interventions.
- Transport patients safely while monitoring and providing advanced life support (ALS).
- Administer interventions such as airway management, IV therapy, defibrillation, and medication administration.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, emergency personnel, and healthcare providers.
- Maintain accurate patient care documentation and ensure medical equipment readiness.
- Educate and reassure patients and families in crisis situations.
- Operate in diverse, often hazardous environments, lifting and moving patients and equipment as needed.
- Participate in ongoing education to stay current with medical protocols.
Requirements
- Current NYS Licensed Paramedic.
- BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA BLS within 3 months if applicable).
- Certified in CCEMT-P, CCT-P, or FP-C.
- Valid Driver’s license.
- Experience in 911 and inter-facility transport is preferred.
- Ability to work under high-pressure conditions and in challenging environments.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 250 lbs with assistance.
- Ability to walk, kneel, crawl, and climb in various terrains.
- Maintain composure in stressful situations.