PARAMEDIC - Giles Transport - FT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Pearisburg, VA is seeking a Paramedic to provide life support care in pre-hospital and transport settings. You will respond to medical emergencies, administer ACLS, manage airway and medications, and coordinate with physicians and EMS teams.

We require Virginia Paramedic certification, BLS/ACLS/PALS within one year, and a strong driving record. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates.

Qualifications

• Virginia Paramedic certification required.
• AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS within one year of hire.
• Excellent driving record and driver eligibility.
• Strong communication and medical record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess illness/injury and prioritize procedures.
• Administer ACLS and defibrillation; manage advanced treatments.
• Transport patients to hospital or other sites; observe safety.
• Record patient information and report to physician.
• Coordinate with external entities and manage supplies.

Skills

Emergency Medical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Virginia Paramedic Certification

AHA BLS/ACLS/PALS within 1 year

Job description

Employment Status

Full time

Shift: Variable Hours (United States of America)

Location: 175 Industrial Park Rd - Pearisburg

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.

EMSHeroes

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.

The Paramedic

• 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.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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