Paramedic Part Time

Description

Under the supervisor, the ideal incumbent will perform duties associated with providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and District policies.

General Responsibilities: The incumbent must possess and apply knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of a Paramedic, in a dignified and compassionate manner, including but not limited to:

• •Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls calmly, efficiently and promptly;
• •Administering basic and advanced life support to patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, and in accordance with District policies and guidelines;
• •Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed;
• •Treating patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, and in accordance with District policies, rules, and guidelines;
• •Effectively communicating with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/or to arrange reception of patients to the appropriate center;
• •Maintaining order at scenes, including crowd disbursement and restraint of family and friends;
• •Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, and all other forms in a competent and timely fashion;
• •Adhering to and following all Policies and Procedures concerning safety and contamination by bloodborne pathogens; and

Job Responsibilities Related to Patient Privacy and HIPAA Compliance: The incumbent must perform all job responsibilities in a manner that protects patient privacy and complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

• •The incumbent is expected to protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with the District’s privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal law, and in accordance with general principles of professionalism as a health care provider. Failure to comply with the District’s Policies and Procedures on patient privacy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment with North Jefferson County Ambulance District.
• •The incumbent may access protected health information and other patient information only to the extent that is necessary to complete your job duties. The incumbent may only share such information with those who have a need to know specific patient information you have in your possession to complete their job responsibilities related to treatment, payment or other District operations.
• •The incumbent is encouraged and expected to report, without the threat of retaliation, any concerns regarding the District’s Policies and Procedures on patient privacy and any observed practices in violation of that Policy to the designated HIPAA Compliance Officer.
• •The incumbent is expected to actively participate in District HIPAA Compliance training and is required to communicate privacy Policy information to coworkers, students, patients and others in accordance with District Policy.

Additional Obligations and Skills: The incumbent must possess and apply knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of an EMS Vehicle Operator, including but not limited to:

• •Promptly responding to instructions from a dispatcher and driving and operating specially equipped emergency vehicles to specified locations at a safe and controlled speed, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and standards, and in accordance with Company policies, rules, and guidelines;
• •Assuring that vehicles are in good working condition at all times, are properly maintained and stocked, have all necessary equipment and that the equipment is in good working order at all times;
• •Cleaning, organizing and restocking vehicles in a ready condition after each transport;
• •Receiving and responding to requests for emergency ambulance service and other duty-related communications via two-way radio or other communication devices;
• •Maintaining accurate records of ambulance equipment and other emergency equipment and/or personnel dispatched to each emergency and non-emergency request and other operation and administrative data as required to maintain the operational continuity of the District and as directed by superiors;
• •Properly document each transport on the approved Patient Care Report in accordance with District Policies and Procedures;
• •Handling telephone communications professionally and efficiently with careful regard to the divulgence of information respecting confidentiality requests at all times;
• •Monitoring communication equipment to maintain contact with the dispatcher; and
• •Maintaining apparatus and equipment in accordance with all policies, procedures and direction.
• •Educating and/or training EMS trainees and the public as assigned.

The incumbent must perform routine tasks in and around the ambulance service building, including but not limited to:

• •Checking, restocking, inventorying and cleaning any apparatus operated by the District;
• •Cleaning, doing dishes, emptying trash and other related duties in the station;
• •Washing and drying personal protective equipment in heavy duty washer and dryer;
• •Representing the ambulance service while on duty at public service functions, expositions, and other public events; and
• •Performing any other duty related to the District as designated by the Chief.

The incumbent must also:

• •Be a team player, as EMS is a team effort, and providers must provide necessary assistance to ensure system sanitation, readiness and adherence to quality assurance standards;
• •Be flexible, as emergency services operate on a 24-hour clock; the incumbent's assigned work shift schedule may vary and the incumbent should be available to respond immediately for a call during the assigned work period, and the start and shift times may vary due to the nature of the business;
• •Maintain a thorough working knowledge of local geography, which includes maps, streets, and grid book systems;
• •Maintain a thorough working knowledge of applicable current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses;
• •Assure that all required certifications, licenses, registrations and continuing education requirements are up-to-date; and
• •Conduct him/herself in a courteous, helpful, dignified and professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, co-workers, supervisors and or the public.

Requirements

Educational Requirements: The incumbent must maintain a current Missouri paramedic license. The incumbent must also maintain any continuing education credits required by the State EMS Office and Medical Control.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, Missouri paramedic license, ACLS or EP Provider, BLS for Healthcare Provider at the time of application. Within 1 year of employment, the incumbent is required to obtain certifications in EMS Vehicle Operator Certification, PHTLS or ITLS Provider, PALS Provider, Hazardous Materials Awareness, Incident Command Systems IS-0100.b, IS-00200.b, IS-00700.a, IS-00800.b and other certifications as required. All required educational opportunities will be provided by the District.

Minimum Experience, Abilities Required and Special Requirements: This position requires one year of experience in the field of rescue and emergency medical services. Additionally, the incumbent must possess basic working knowledge of a computer, and be able to enter necessary data into a computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this positio