This night-shift post on the cardiac ward pairs patient care with mentoring new nurses. The Paramedic delivers emergency and non-emergency pre-hospital patient care and transportation within the scope of practice defined by the State of Tennessee and Montgomery County EMS.
Responsibilities
Provide emergency care based on an advanced assessment and the formulation of a field impression, including basic and advanced skills focusing on the acute management and transportation of patients who access the emergency medical system
Provide care designed to minimize secondary injury and provide comfort to the patient and family while transporting the patient to an emergency care facility
Respond to emergency medical calls
Operate ambulance to respond and transport patients
Assess or assist in assessing the situation and need for assistance
Assist in determining or determine most effective method of emergency treatment
Apply appropriate level of treatment to patient(s)
Advise hospital personnel of the situation
Transport injured or ill to appropriate healthcare facility for continuation of treatment
Maintain communication with emergency medical dispatcher
Prepare and appropriately complete patient care records and any related forms/documentation
Assist in directing or coordinating the triage process and/or transportation to appropriate medical facility in mass casualty situations
Maintain rapport with the patient, support agencies and with medical facility personnel
Establish contact with a Medical Control Physician as required to discuss treatment plan(s)
Check, maintain and re-supply medic unit
Identify needs for additional and/or replacement supplies and equipment
Immediately report any needed maintenance or repairs to appropriate person(s)
Clean medic units (interior and exterior, as needed), any equipment and/or supplies and designated living quarters on a daily basis
Adhere to and maintain a positive attitude towards County and departmental procedures/policies and goals
Undertake continuous medical and departmental education
Work with the community, medical professionals and others to educate and advise of the role, capabilities and responsibilities of a Paramedic (EMT-P), common medical issues, etc.
Represent the Department and County to other County staff and members of the public
Provide quality customer service to individuals needing directions or assistance
Demonstrate the organization’s Core Values and adherence to the Ethics policy
Requirements
One (1) year of experience in emergency medical care is preferred
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High school diploma or equivalent
Pre-employment criminal background check is required
Licensed as a Paramedic in the State of Tennessee
Valid driver’s license issued by State of Residence
Continuously maintain valid certifications in CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Thorough knowledge of applicable State of Tennessee, Department of Health, EMS Division statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures
Thorough knowledge of the techniques, principles and practices of emergency medical care
Thorough knowledge of local streets and hospital locations
Emergency communications and procedures
Record keeping, completion of a patient care record in both written and electronic format
Thorough knowledge of departmental policies and regulations and of the laws and ordinances affecting department operations
Federal, State, and local laws, codes, regulations, and standards concerning the operation of the services associated with the department and emergency government operations
Computer software consistent for this position
Current office practices and procedures
Organizational and time management skills to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority
Ability to apply judgment and discretion in resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations
Ability to research and understand complex written materials
Skilled in driving an emergency vehicle, operation of emergency medical and related equipment
Ability to quickly assess and make accurate decisions concerning human life
Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations
Ability to communicate professionally with other crew members, supervisors and members of the public
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations
Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position
Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provision of Open Records laws and other applicable state and federal statutes and regulations
Ability to work the allocated hours of the position
Occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds
Regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions
Occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work may require working in dangerous, life-threatening situations
Work in high places, open and/or confined spaces
Work is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; hazardous materials, and risk of vibration
Work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound
May be subject to extended periods of intense concentration in the assessment of emergency, personal and public safety, and health situations
May be subject to working extended periods ranging from 12-24 hour shifts or longer, and under fatigue and physical exhaustion
May be required to work in close proximity to multiple types of commercial and industrial machinery, and high voltage power/generation power sources
Work requires wearing specialized personal protective equipment
May be subject to exposure to blood/body fluids and infectious and communicable diseases
Work is primarily in the field
Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities
Important Details
Reports to the assigned Supervisor of the department
Works under the scope of general policies, procedures and objectives and is carried out in accordance with standard practices, instructions or previous training
About the Company
Montgomery County EMS is part of the County organization.
