Paramedic, EMS, Nights, -hour Shift

Job Summary/Purpose

Job Summary/Purpose

The Paramedic is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for delivering advanced life support (ALS) to patients in the pre-hospital environment. Working under the direction of KBEMS protocols and medical director, Paramedics assess, treat, and transport patients in a wide range of medical and traumatic emergencies with the highest level of clinical skill, judgment, and professionalism.

• Respond rapidly to 911 calls and other emergency/non-emergency incidents.
• Conduct full patient assessments and initiate advanced treatment modalities.
• Perform life-saving procedures such as intubation, defibrillation, medication administration, EKG interpretation, and IV therapy.
• Manage critical care and trauma patients in coordination with EMTs, EMT-As, and other healthcare providers.
• Accurately document all patient care activities in accordance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Maintain communication with medical control and hospital personnel during transport.
• Ensure all equipment, ambulances, and medical supplies are operational and stocked.
• Engage in continuing education, quality assurance, and training activities.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Licensure and Certifications – At Hire

• Active Paramedic license issued through Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services

Required Licensure and Certifications - Post Hire

• ICS 100/200/700/800
• Sexual Awareness Training
• Driver’s Training
• Pediatric Head Trauma
• HIV Training
• Determination of Death

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology for the English language.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Follows oral and written instructions.

• Previous experience in EMS or healthcare setting
• Familiarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systems
• Associate’s degree in EMS or related healthcare field
• Prior experience in 911 EMS or critical care transport
• Certifications such as PHTLS, NRP, or Community Paramedicine

Graduate of an approved EMS-TEI

KY Paramedic License; BLS, ACLS, PALS, IMS 100/200/700/800, Pediatric Head Trauma, Sexual Awareness Training, Determination of Death, Driver's Training, and HIV Training

Benefits:
Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the EMS Assistant Directors & EMS Director

This is a Full-Time position 12 Hour

Shifts:

8p - 8a, every other weekend
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