Paramedic - Advanced Life Support in the Field

Huntsville Hospital; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital is seeking a Paramedic to administer advanced life support in pre-hospital settings. You will assess injuries, stabilize patients, and provide critical care en route to the treatment center.

Responsibilities include airway management, IV therapy, medication administration, and interagency coordination. The position requires valid licensure and ongoing protocol compliance in a high-pressure EMS environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NRP certificate required.
• Ability to perform basic math operations in all units of measure.
• Valid and current driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess nature and severity of illness or injury to prioritize medical procedures.
• Restore and stabilize heart rhythm on pulseless, nonbreathing patients.
• Monitor cardiac patients and initiate IV fluids to administer medications.
• Perform endotracheal intubation to open airways and ventilate.
• Administer medications and drugs as prescribed.
• Record vital signs and report patient status to physicians.
• Transport patients to treatment centers and coordinate with medical staff.
• Maintain treatment techniques and equipment, restock supplies.
• Drive ambulance to and from emergency scenes.
• Direct and coordinate additional personnel on scene as needed.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

NRP certificate

Job description

Huntsville Hospital is seeking a Paramedic to administer advanced life support in pre-hospital settings. You will assess injuries, stabilize patients, and provide critical care en route to the treatment center.

Responsibilities include airway management, IV therapy, medication administration, and interagency coordination. The position requires valid licensure and ongoing protocol compliance in a high-pressure EMS environment.