Paramedic - LGH/Part Time Nights

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The Paramedic, under the direction of the Operational Medical Director, performs care appropriate to the patient population served and meets routine and life-threatening patient care needs. The Paramedic may be required to respond under routine or emergency conditions; assess the scene for hazards; triage multiple patients, especially in mass casualty situations; provide assessment, stabilization and treatment of life-threatening conditions utilizing skills within the Paramedic scope of practice, and within the protocols set forth by the Operational Medical Director. The Paramedic will also provide routine, non-emergent care and transportation to patients as needed by ambulance. Assesses nature and extent of illness / injury to establish and prioritize medical care. Gathers and submits appropriate patient data necessary for continued treatment. Demonstrates ability to prioritize multiple tasks to accomplish work assignments in a timely manner. Interacts and communicates information and ideas to all levels of personnel within the organization.  Ability to recognize, develop and implement solutions to transportation needs within the facility.  Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED - Virginia Paramedic or EMT-Intermediate certification required. - American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR required. - Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads or Virginia Department of Fire Programs Emergency Vehicle Operations Certificate required. - Hazardous Materials Awareness required within the first year of employment. - Federal Emergency Management Agency Incident Command System 100, 200, and 700 Preferred Qualifications - Associate degree in healthcare or related field - Previous pre-hospital EMS or transport experience - National registry paramedic.
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Location:
Lynchburg, VA, United States
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Healthcare Practitioners And Technical Occupations

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