Paramedic

Southshorehealth; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health & Educational Corporation in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Mobile Integrated Health Paramedic for the Paramedic Services-Advanced Life Support team. The role provides emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings and supports hospital systems after credentialing.

Responsibilities include on-scene EMS care, documentation, equipment readiness, and acting as team leader during emergencies; a high school diploma and prior pre-hospital care experience are required, with competitive

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience as a provider of pre-hospital care in an emergency setting.
• Critical care exp.

Responsibilities

• Responds to paramedic requests promptly and safely.
• Completes run documentation accurately and enters data into the system.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment readiness and performs checks.
• Provides pre-hospital medical care at the paramedic level per protocols.
• Leads EMS on-scene operations and coordinates with public safety personnel.

Job description

Requisition Number:

Facility:

LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name:

SSH Paramedic Services-Advanced Life Support

Status:

Full time

Budgeted Hours:

40

Shift:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Provides Mobile Integrated Health Paramedic Services providing emergency medical care in the pre-hospital environment according to Paramedic Protocols and Policies approved by SSHS and the ALS system Medical Director. Performs other duties related to the provision of care and development of the community EMS system. Assists in the Hospital as assigned after appropriate credentialing.

Compensation Pay Range:

$25.25 - $35.36

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 1. Responds to requests for paramedic services from area departments in a timely and safe manner.
  • a. Upon receiving call, finishes task at hand and acknowledges town dispatcher by radio within two minutes.
  • b. Follows Massachusetts laws Chapter 89, Sect. 7 and Chapter 90, Sections 7, 13, 14, 16 and 17 regarding emergency driving.
  • c. Contacts requesting town dispatcher by radio to report time enroute, scene arrival and unavailable status.
  • d. Parks vehicle in areas designed by local fire or police, or in a safe area if not directed.
• 2. Completes documentation and records according to department policy.
  • a. Run report will be completed accurately and legibly.
  • b. Run report data will be entered into computer database accurately.
  • c. The vehicle/equipment checklist will be completed on every shift.
  • d. All responses will be recorded in the trip log.
  • e. Patient charges will be completed and submitted with each trip report where treatment was provided.
  • f. Patient refusals will be documented as they occur completing a trip sheet and refusal form.
  • g. Narcotics will be signed off per policy.
• 3. Ensures vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times.
  • a. Knows location and proper use of equipment.
  • b. Restocks vehicle and equipment within 30 minutes following run.
  • c. Keeps vehicle clean and maintains fuel and fluids per schedule or as needed.
  • d. Reports damaged or unsafe equipment to Director upon problem identification.
• 4. Renders pre-hospital medical care at the paramedic level.
  • a. Performs complete and accurate patient assessments.
  • b. Adheres to Region IV treatment protocols and procedures and carries out medical control's orders within own scope of practice.
  • c. Is proficient in all related ALS skills.
  • d. Has a pleasant and professional manner with patients.
  • e. Gives accurate, concise radio reports and adheres to established radio communication protocols.
  • f. Maintains sufficient knowledge of geography.
• 5. Performs assigned duties in the emergency department under the supervision of the ED physicians.
  • a. Performs only those techniques within scope of training, under direction of Medical Control Physician.
  • b. Assists with 12 Lead EKGs, blood draws, IV insertions.
  • c. Charts skills done in-house according to appropriate policy.
• 6. Acts as a team leader in dealing with emergency responses.
  • a. Demonstrates ability to control emergency scenes.
  • b. Directs EMTs and other medical personnel on scene in the patient's best interest.
  • c. Interacts with local EMTs and public safety, fire and police in a spirit of cooperation and professionalism.
• 7. Takes proper care of vehicle and equipment.
  • a. Prevents loss or damage of equipment by careful handling and storage.
  • b. Maintains equipment and vehicle according to policy.
  • c. Keeps vehicle locked when unattended.
• 8. Pursues new levels in Paramedicine technology and participates in activities which contribute to professional growth and development.
  • a. Maintains current certifications as required.
  • b. Shares new information with fellow staff.
  • c. Attends monthly staff meetings.
  • d. Maintains a skill log for all skills done.
• 9. Participates in community activities which improve the public's understanding of the EMS system.
  • a. Represents South Shore Health & Educational Corporation and the Department of Paramedic Services to the public in a positive, professional manner.
  • b. Participates effectively in planned public relations events.
• 10. Completes Hospital at Home Admission Process while using In patient platform of EPIC. Primary in home care giver partnered with Virtual nursing.
• 11. Collaborate with Hospital at Home Hospitalist and Virtual Nurses.
• 12. I Stat/ Ultrasound guided IV Competencies.
• 13. Participate in team huddles related to Hospital at Home
• 14. Participate in Hospital at Home related training and staff meetings
• 15. Remote Patient monitoring set up and trouble shooting.
• 16. Provides Hospital At Home Education to patients and their families in the hospital at home setting.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education - Preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum Work Experience
• Prior experience as a provider of pre-hospital care in an emergency setting
• Critical care exp