Paramedic - Full Time

About the role

CCH is looking for a trained paramedic to be part of our team of healthcare professionals attending primarily out-of-hospital medical incidents. The role is challenging yet highly rewarding, requiring commitment, focus, and a blend of competence, knowledge, self-motivation, and compassion. While experience is preferred, dedication to helping people in need and saving lives is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate ambulance equipment and respond to radio transmissions
• Lead and coordinate the team responding to an emergency
• Evaluate the patient’s condition on scene and perform preliminary diagnosis
• Attend to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying a variety of pre-hospital treatments (first aid, CPR, administering injections and oxygen, etc.) or surgical procedures
• Use technical equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatment
• Monitor the patient’s condition en route to the hospital
• Collaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors, etc.)
• Write and submit concrete and accurate reports on incidents
• Adhere to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards
• Keep abreast with new treatment and medical procedures through continuous training

Requirements and Skills

• Knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, and medications
• Ability to stay calm and make the right decisions in adverse conditions
• Adaptable with a great deal of stamina
• Excellent working knowledge of medical equipment and devices
• Integrity and compassion towards human pain
• Valid driver’s license
• Certified CPR
• Certified ACLS
• Certified PALS
• Licensed Paramedic with the State of MS

Benefits

• Health, Dental + Vision Insurance
• PTO/STO
• 401(A)
• Short Term/Long Term Disability