Paramedic - Emergency Medical Services (24 Hours)

Responsibilities

The Paramedic will be responsible for providing Basic Life Support (BLS) patient care, Advanced Life Support (ALS) patient care, and ambulance transportation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of related experience
• Working knowledge of standard practices and procedures
• Minimum of two (2) years of driving experience
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Successful completion of a motor vehicle record (MVR) check and meeting insurability requirements
• Georgia Paramedic License required

Qualifications

• Knowledge:
  • Emergency clinical practices and protocol
  • Use of medical and related emergency equipment
  • Local geography
• Behavioral and Technical Skills:
  • Act calmly and quickly in emergencies
  • Work independently as part of a team, sometimes alongside emergency fire and police units
  • Create and maintain a positive and cooperative working environment in stressful situations
  • Work during odd hours and for extended periods, sometimes outdoors and in adverse weather conditions
  • Work with much standing, bending and kneeling
  • Work with a partner in lifting patients whose weight occasionally exceeds 200 pounds
  • Avoid or minimize health risks from exposure to ill patients
• Technical Skills:
  • Exercising judgment, dexterity, and physical coordination
  • Preparing clear and concise reports
  • Driving emergency vehicles
• ACLS Certification
• Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification

Pay

Annualized Potential Starting Earnings of $75,000