Paramedic - Giles EMS - FT

Carilion Clinic; Pearisburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Carilion Clinic is seeking a Paramedic for Giles EMS in Pearisburg, VA. You’ll provide life support care and patient transport in pre-hospital settings, following ACLS protocols and physician directions.

Requires Virginia Paramedic certification, BLS/ACLS/PALS within one year, and maintains ongoing education. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered for external candidates.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certified in Virginia as a Paramedic; AHA BLS/ACLS/PALS required within one year of hire.
• Maintains advanced transport medical knowledge and continuing education hours.

Responsibilities

• Administers life support and transport to patients in pre-hospital settings.
• Initiates IVs, administers medications, and performs ACLS-level interventions.
• Documents patient condition and treatments; coordinates with physician and command centers.
• Operates safety protocols and maintains equipment and supplies.
• Transports patients to hospital or non-hospital sites following safety guidelines.
• Provides continuous patient care and prepares required reports for insurance.

Skills

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Emergency response

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma

Virginia Paramedic license

Job description

Shift Variable Hours (United States of America)

Employment Status Full time

Shift Variable Hours (United States of America)

Facility 175 Industrial Park Rd - Pearisburg

Requisition Number R163564 Paramedic - Giles EMS - FT (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

The Paramedic administers life support care and transport to patients in pre-hospital settings as authorized and directed by physician. The Paramedic performs a variety of skills related to acute and non-acute settings in ground and/or air transport, responds to medical emergencies in a 911 setting and protects life and administers cardiac and trauma support when needed, and administers initial treatment at emergency scene, assesses patient response and makes adjustments as needed. The Paramedic gathers and analyzes information and uses reason when dealing with emotional topics. The Paramedic manages difficult customer situations and maintains confidentiality.

• Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed, or need for additional assistance. Synthesizes complex information. Restores and stabilizes heart rhythm on pulseless, non-breathing patients. Initiates IV drugs to administer medication or drugs or to replace fluids.
• Administers emergency procedures such as extrication of patient, intubation, defibrillation, and operates under ACLS protocol. Administers injections of medications and drugs. Initiates invasive and non-invasive treatment at an advanced level; treats life threatening arrythmias, respiratory compromise, shock and trauma, and specializing in pediatric care.
• Observes, records, and reports to physician or command center leader patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Maintains current on treatment techniques, protocol changes and application of new drugs, material and equipment. Takes responsibility for own actions and those of support team members.
• Prepares required reports and maintains records of activities. Obtains patient information needed for insurance billings and has knowledge of covered and non-covered charges as they pertain to ambulance services and insurance guidelines. Coordinates activities with external entities if needed.
• Checks daily units assigned, cleans and stocks supplies, and reports any malfunctions to the in-house mechanic. Maintains supplies and uses resources appropriately.
• Transports patients to hospital and non-hospital sites observing safety guidelines.

All of our driving positions do require that you provide a copy of your current driving record and meet driver eligibility requirements.

Successful external candidate is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus.

What We Require

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.

Experience: no experience

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Certified in the state of Virginia as a Paramedic. AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, Haz Mat Awareness, NRP and PHTLS or BTLS required within one year from date of hire.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Maintains advanced transport medical knowledge and abilities. Must maintain continuing education hours to meet re-certification status as required by state and national standards. Maintains and excellent driving record and may operate vehicle to emergency scene. Must provide current driving record and meeting driver eligibility requirements for all driver positions. Utilizes excellent communication skills in dealing with staff, peers, patients and family members in diverse situations. Writes clearly and presents numerical data/patient reports effectively. Maintains knowledge of basic computer skills and applicable software.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range

$25.77 - $38.66

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay And Well-being At Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training