Paramedic

Puckett Emergency Medical Services, Inc.; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Puckett Emergency Medical Services, Inc. in Rome, GA is seeking a Paramedic to provide patient care in emergency and non-emergency settings. You will follow Georgia EMS rules, maintain equipment and licenses, and attend mandatory training.

A state driver’s license is required, and a six-month probation applies. The role requires strong clinical skills, adherence to protocols, and professional conduct while on duty.

Qualifications

• State of Georgia Paramedic License is required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required.
• ACLS certification is required.
• PHTLS or equivalent certification within 6 months of hire.
• EVOC or equivalent certification.
• Must have Georgia Driver's License.
• Physically able to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all calls for service dispatched from Puckett EMS communications center.
• Provide care and treatment to patients according to policy and medical director protocols.
• Ensure ambulance and equipment are cleaned and checked daily.
• Prepare and complete reports including PCRs, billing, exposure and incident reports.
• Adhere to Puckett EMS policies and report deficiencies to supervisor.
• Ensure vehicle placed in-service complies with laws and regulations.
• Attend mandatory meetings and maintain readiness and professionalism.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while on or off duty.
• Self-motivated with little supervision and direction.
• Perform other such duties as required.

Skills

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State of Georgia Paramedic License

Basic Life Support Certification

ACLS certification

PHTLS or equivalent certification

EVOC or equivalent certification

Current State of Georgia Driver's License

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Rome GA - Rome, GA, Position Type: Puckett EMS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Paramedic / CC Paramedic

Summary:

The Paramedic provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Georgia Driver's License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six-month introductory probationary period.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
• Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
• Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
• Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
• Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
• Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
• Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
• Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
• Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
• Performs other such duties as may be required.

Qualifications: Minimum Paramedic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• State of Georgia Paramedic License
• Basic Life Support Certification
• ACLS certification
• PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
• EVOC or equivalent certification
• Current State of Georgia Driver's License
• Physically Able to Perform Job Duties