Paramedic

About This Role

Respond to EMS calls and provide urgent and emergent patient care as a Paramedic for WellSpan Health. Administer I.V. fluids, provide health education, and assist in patient assessment following established protocols.

Responsibilities

• Respond to EMS calls, observe safety policies, and operate emergency vehicles with due regard for others
• Prepare, hang, monitor, and administer I.V. fluids
• Provide healthcare instruction/education to patients and family members
• Prepare patients for scheduled procedures and assist in patient assessment
• Respond to emergency calls as a single Advanced Life Support Provider
• Prepare and maintain written documentation as required by the profession and the department
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population
• Assess and interpret patient age specific data and provide appropriate, age specific treatment
• Maintain established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards
• Participate in educational programs and in-service meetings

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in a busy 911 system
• Certified Paramedic or Certified Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Medical Command Authorization
• Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course (EVOC)
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, 800 – Hazardous Materials Awareness
• Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator (EMSVO)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in a busy 911 system

Benefits

Certifications