Paramedic - 1 FT

Description

Position Details:
Paramedic
12-hour shifts, 48/96 schedule, available for nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, as needed.

Position Summary:
Provide pre-hospital care and transportation of ill or injured persons to a medical facility. Operate emergency medical vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Perform duties related to readiness, performance improvement and safety.

Requirements

Education:
Associate degree or higher.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Possession of a current EMT P License issued by the State of Oregon
• Current CPR at the AHA Healthcare or BLS Provider Level or Equivalent (including didactic, skill performance and evaluation).
• Maintain current ACLS & PALS certifications. Must have or be willing to obtain NRP certification.
• Current government ID (Driver's License, Military ID, or Passport).
• Possession of a valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

Experience:

3 years previous experience, preferred.

Job Knowledge:
General knowledge of security and safety within healthcare setting.

Skills:
Must be able to understand and follow confidentiality rules and regulations of the Health District.

Essential Functions:

• Operate specialty equipped emergency medical vehicles in a safe manner.
• Provide professional service and direction to patients and families while in emergency services care.
• Perform regular inspections of ambulance and equipment for cleanliness, security and functionality.
• Maintain emergency services inventory.
• Complete logs checklists and duty related reports, as required.
• Provide additional personnel presence in the Emergency Department as requested by medical staff to maintain patient care and safety. De-escalation of tense situations as necessary.
• Provide necessary assistance during a mass casualty or other event which may bring numerous patients and non-patients to the hospital.
• Respond to emergency medical calls and inter-facility transfers and provide care for ill or injured patients following prescribed life support protocols.
• Perform patient care per scope of practice and approved protocols.
• Monitor communications equipment to maintain contact with dispatcher/facility.
• Communicate with professional medical personnel at emergency treatment facility to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and to arrange for reception of victim(s) at treatment facility.
• Remove or assist in extrication of victim.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions to provide emergency medical services.

Employment Requirements:

To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.

Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.

Successful completion of 500-hour probationary period.

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

Disclaimer:

If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active-duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.

If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference.

Lake Health District is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.