Part Time Paramedic Crew Member
Location: Summerville, South Carolina
Description: Dorchester County, SC is at the momment seeking for Part Time Paramedic Crew Member right now, this job will be situated in South Carolina. Detailed specification about this job opportunity please read the description below. The purpose of the class is to respond to emergency calls and provide advanced medical assistance to the sick and injured at the Paramedic level, and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.
Duties:
ESSENTIAL TASKS The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary. Drives ambulance in response to emergency calls; requests additional resources for the control of incidents as required; ensures safety at the scene. Provides advanced life support and emergency care to the sick and injured; determines nature and extent of injuries or illnesses; assists in lifting and carrying patients in and out of ambulance, and transports patients to appropriate medical facility. Performs such procedures as immobilization and bandaging, wound treatment, control of bleeding, CPR, intubation, cardiac activity monitoring, administering medications, electrical cardioversion and/or defibrillation, IV therapy, and others as permitted according to certification; maintains constant awareness of patient condition; identifies and relays diagnostic signs to medical personnel while in route to medical facility; reports verbally and in writing to emergency room personnel upon arrival. Assists with extrication and other rescue procedures as necessary. Provides instruction and leadership of lower-level EMT as assigned. Notifies dispatch personnel and Coroner’s Office in the case of patient death; arranges for the protection of property and evidence at the scene. Prepares run reports to document patient care, response time, compliance with medical protocol, and patient billing information. Inspects assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, proper condition of equipment, and an adequate inventory of supplies; cleans and decontaminates vehicles and equipment, and notifies proper personnel of equipment/vehicle maintenance needs. Assists in stocking supplies in station and ambulances as needed. Performs all work in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, medical/ emergency protocols, and standards of quality and safety. Performs general housekeeping duties as required. Receives and responds to public inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility. Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing reports, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, answering the telephone, etc. Keeps abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for emergency medical assistance operations; attends meetings, training and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills and maintain certifications. Remains available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, for emergency response. All County employees are considered public servants for the citizens of Dorchester County. When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.
Qualifications:
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION : Requires high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by formal training, special courses or self-education that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in emergency medical technology or a closely related field. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Must possess a valid state driver’s license. Must complete required coursework and maintain EMT, Paramedic, CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, International Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications, and any other certifications deemed necessary by department head. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : Requires over one year and up to and including two years.
Additional Requirements:
Please mail the following along with this waiver form: www.dorchestercounty.net/docs/Job%20Descriptions/Criminal%20Background%20Check%20Waiver.pdf
Dorchester County EMS 821 West 5th North Street Summerville, SC 29483 Copy of SC Certification Copy of National Registry Certification Copy of current CPR Credential Copy of current BTLS or PTLS Credential Copy of current pediatric course credential Three year certified driving record from your current state of residence. Signed and Notorized Waiver and Acknowledgement form State criminal background record current at the date of application. Available in SC at www.sled.state.sc.us Out of state applicants must obtain this from their state of residence.
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This job starts available on: Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:03:17 GMT
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