KTS Paramedic - Kettering - KTS OPS RGN1 ST 11 - FT/Varied Shift

Kettering Health Network; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health care system in Kettering, Ohio is looking for an emergency medical responder to assess and treat injuries at the scene, communicate with medical personnel, and transport patients. Candidates must have a high school diploma, current EMS certification, and valid driver’s license. This role emphasizes patient safety and compliance with health regulations.

Qualifications

• Current State of Ohio EMS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with no more than four (4) points.
• CPR and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prioritize medical procedures based on injury severity.
• Communicate with medical personnel via radio.
• Transport patients safely to treatment centers.

Skills

Emergency response skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Knowledge of local regulations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Main Campus

• Kettering Health Main Campus, formerlyKettering Medical Center,is the flagship hospital of Kettering Healthandhas been servingKettering,Ohioand the Greater Dayton area since 1964.
• The facility includes the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Heart Hospital, maternity service with a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and level II Emergency Care.
• In 2020, KHMain Campusreceived an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Received4 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
• Awarded as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health in 2020.
• Kettering received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Healthgrades (2017-2019).
• Accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department.
• 465-bed hospital (includes newborn beds)

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Specific Duties

• Assess extent of illness or injury, to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
• Administers initial treatment at emergency scenes.
• Assists in extricating trapped victims and transports sick and injured persons to treatment center.
• Communicates with physician and other medical personnel via radio and telephone.
• Completes patient care and billing reports.
• Displays a working knowledge of service areas, including facility locations, local regulations and procedures, and any local medical procedures.
• Ability to properly use all company provided medical equipment.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations, as well as sensitive company and employee information.

Operational Duties

• Performs regular assigned shift duties.
• Maintains cleaning standards of station(s), vehicle(s), and equipment.
• Completes detailed Incident Reports and Accident Reports, in a timely manner, at the request of management.
• Uses appropriate terminology and tone and follows all radio communication procedures.
• Drives company vehicles in accordance with company driving policies.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Current State of Ohio EMS certification
• CPR certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification, required within six (6) months of hire
• Valid driver’s license, with no more than four (4) points, and approval by company insurance provider.
• Annual proctored skills and written protocol (standing orders) testing without lapse.