Paramedic

Department: Emergency Medical Services

Reports To: EMS Manager/Supervisor

SUMMARY

The mission and purpose of this position are to compassionately deliver high-quality service, and basic as well as advanced patient care in a professional, caring and cost-effective manner, as directed by the physician.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.


• Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.


• Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls....