Mine Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Nevada, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Crew housing on shift

5/10 rotation schedule

Job summary

Guardian Flight is hiring Mine Paramedics to provide direct patient care and support mine-site medical operations under GMR protocols. The role requires five years of paramedic experience, Nevada certification, and a valid driver's license.

Expect on-site demands, home-site housing during shifts, and leadership on scene as needed. Join a team delivering advanced care in challenging environments, with 5 days on/10 days off rotation and comprehensive safety training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Paramedic with advanced scope duties.
• State Nevada Paramedic Certification and valid driver's license required.
• Ability to function in isolated mine locations with safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat routine and urgent patients per protocols.
• Administer OTC meds and provide health screenings including flu shots.
• Maintain documentation and restock first-aid supplies.
• Operate medical equipment (defibrillator, EKG, oxygen, IV fluids).
• Lead on-scene operations and manage patient care as needed.

Skills

Paramedic experience

Team leadership

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nevada Paramedic Certification

Driver's License

Job description

MINE PARAMEDIC INCENTIVES

• Competitive starting wages, dependent on experience
• Schedule is a 5 days on/10 days off rotation
• Company paid crew housing while on shift

We’re hiring Mine Paramedics to provide direct patient care in accordance with GMR protocols and/or medical direction. They also assist with coverage of open shifts as needed with the assigned area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training.
• Evaluates, treats, and stabilizes routine and urgent patients within the scope of practice and standing orders established by the sponsoring physician (Paramedic), with expanded scope responsibilities.
• Administer over the counter medications and provide medical health screenings including flu shots, and maintain proper documentation.
• Restocking of First-Aid Bags/Kits, Stoke Baskets, and other supplies as needed.
• Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
• Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
• Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements, including lifting and moving patients as needed to provide optimum care.
• Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene management as needed.
• Monitor and maintain the general condition of the work area, keep it clean and stocked to maintain the image of Guardian Flight and GMR.
• Ability to function independently and be a self-starter in isolated locations that have poor communication and no support agencies.
• Ability to climb a 75-foot vertical ladder with 50 lbs. of gear.
• MUST be able to work underground in a hot and humid environment.
• All other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Paramedic, with the ability to function beyond the typical "street environment," where treatment may be the priority, not transport.

Education/Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must possess a current State of Nevada Paramedic Certification.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Driving record in compliance with GMR policy regarding insurability.

Physical Demands:

• Must be willing to shave facial hair (if needed) to fit a N95 mask
• Must possess the gross and fine motor skills necessary to sufficiently provide the full range of safe and effective patient care activities
• Lift and/or move up to 150 pounds cumulative with assistance
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work independently and as a team member, employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas, read, interpret, and follow instructions.
• Available to work extended shifts at remote mine sites.

Why Choose Guardian Flight?

As a leading provider of air medical services, management and experience in the air medical industry, Guardian Flight is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors—

keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.

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