Paramedic

Global Medical Response; Bouquet Junction (CA); On-site; USD 37,939 - 43,229; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Vision and dental insurance

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is looking for a Paramedic Basic in California. The role involves responding to medical emergencies, assessing situations, and providing high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include utilizing medical equipment, communicating with patients, and documenting care activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma, California PARAMEDIC license, and CPR/ACLS certifications. Competitive salary range from $27.54 to $31.38 per hour based on experience, with various shift options available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a California Driver's License.
• State of California PARAMEDIC license is mandatory.
• CPR and ACLS certifications must be current.
• Experience with emergency medical care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best course of action.
• Utilize medical equipment and procedures to provide advanced medical care.
• Document patient care and billing activities.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families.

Skills

Triage skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State of California PARAMEDIC license

CPR Card (American Heart Association)

ACLS Card (American Heart Association)

PALS Card (American Heart Association)

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Intravenous fluids

Job description

Job Title: Paramedic Basic

Reports To: Field Operations Supervisor

Department: Operations

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

(Part-Time)

HIGHLIGHTS

The Paramedic responds to emergent and non-emergent requests for medical assistance and delivers high quality patient care, treatment, and customer service in the most expedient, professional, safe, caring, and cost effective manner possible within the prescribed scope of practice, established protocols and Company policies.

Various shift types available, overtime built into every shift configuration. Opportunities to work on a Critical Care Transport unit as well as multiple Special Events throughout Los Aneles County. Events include professional Baseball, Hockey, Football, Soccer and Basketball.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Paramedics assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
• 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.
• Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
• Communicate with patient and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given, and to show compassion.
• Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit management as needed.
• Document activities with regard to patient care and billing completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
• Read medication/prescription labels and directions for usage in quick, accurate, and expedient manner.
• Communicate verbally with patients and significant others in various environments to interview patient, family members, and bystanders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• CA Drivers' License
• Ambulance Driver's License (from DMV)
• Medical Examiner's Certificate (MCSA-5875 and MCSA-5876)
• State of California PARAMEDIC license
• CPR Card (American Heart Association ONLY, Health Care Provider. Hand written cards are not acceptable)
• ACLS Card (American Heart Association ONLY, hand written cards are not acceptable)
• PALS (American Heart Association ONLY, hand written cards are not acceptable)
• K4 report (Driving Record) from the DMV (less than 30 days old)
• ICS courses. Please refer to the following link to complete the trainings: https://training.fema.gov/is/crslist.aspx
• IS-100 (ICS 100)
• IS-200 (ICS 200)
• IS-700 (NIMS)
• IS-800 (NIMS)

Company Benefits: Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.

Salary Range: $27.54 - $31.38 hr. DOE (This rate applies to 12 hour shift and averages 42 hours per week).

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.

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