Paramedic - Giles EMS

Employment Details

• Employment Status:
  Full time
• Shift: Variable Hours
• Location:
  
  175 Industrial Park Rd - Pearisburg
• Requisition Number: R158902

• The Paramedic administers life support care and transport to patients in pre-hospital settings as authorized and directed by physician.
• The Paramedic performs a variety of skills related to acute and non-acute settings in ground and/or air transport, responds to medical emergencies in a 911 setting and protects life and administers cardiac and trauma support when needed, and administers initial treatment at emergency scene, assesses patient response and makes adjustments as needed.
• The Paramedic gathers and analyzes information and uses reason when dealing with emotional topics.
• The Paramedic manages difficult customer situations and maintains confidentiality.
• Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed, or need for additional assistance.
• Synthesizes complex information.
• Restores and stabilizes heart rhythm on pulseless, non-breathing patients.
• Initiates IV drugs to administer medication or drugs or to replace fluids.
• Administers emergency procedures such as extrication of patient, intubation, defibrillation, and operates under ACLS protocol.
• Administers injections of medications and drugs.
• Initiates invasive and non-invasive treatment at an advanced level; treats life threatening arrhythmias, respiratory compromise, shock and trauma, and specializes in pediatric care.
• Observes, records, and reports to physician or command center leader patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Maintains current on treatment techniques, protocol changes and application of new drugs, material and equipment.
• Takes responsibility for own actions and those of support team members.
• Prepares required reports and maintains records of activities.
• Obtains patient information needed for insurance billings and has knowledge of covered and non-covered charges as they pertain to ambulance services and insurance guidelines.
• Coordinates activities with external entities if needed.
• Checks daily units assigned, cleans and stocks supplies, and reports any malfunctions to the in-house mechanic.
• Maintains supplies and uses resources appropriately.
• Transports patients to hospital and non-hospital sites observing safety guidelines.

• Paramedic rate starts at $25.77, with credit for experience.
• A $15,000.00 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates who meet eligibility requirements.

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure/Certification: Certified in the state of Virginia as a Paramedic.
• AHA BLS - HCP.
• ACLS, PALS, Haz Mat Awareness, NRP and PHTLS or BTLS required within one year from date of hire.
• Other: Maintains advanced transport medical knowledge and abilities.
• Maintains an excellent driving record and may operate vehicle to emergency scene.
• Must maintain continuing education hours to meet re-certification status as required by state and national standards.
• Must provide current driving record and meeting driver eligibility requirements for all driver positions.
• Utilizes excellent communication skills in dealing with staff, peers, patients and family members in diverse situations.
• Writes clearly and presents numerical data/patient reports effectively.
• Maintains knowledge of basic computer skills and applicable software.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B).
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one).
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers.
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse.
• Discounts on childcare.
• Continued education and training.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity

Employer:

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace.