PARAMEDIC, per diem

Job Description Summary

(OPEN HOUSE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 | 4–6 PM 60 WINTER STREET, WEYMOUTH, MA)

The Paramedic team at South Shore Health enjoy the following benefits:
Health System Based EMS program with Mobile Integrated Health;
Strong Medical Oversight with EMS Board Certified MD;
Competitive salary including shift differentials;
Excellent health system benefits package; 911 and Inter‑facility services;
Certification Reimbursement;
Web Based Continuing Education;
Mobile and Fixed Simulation labs; EMS/MIH Research;
Level 2 Trauma Center.

1. Responds to requests for paramedic services from area departments in a timely and safe manner.

• a. Upon receiving call, finishes task at hand and acknowledges town dispatcher by radio within two minutes.
• b. Follows Massachusetts laws Chapter 89, Sect. 7 and Chapter 90, Sections 7, 13, 14, 16 and 17 regarding emergency driving.
• c. Contacts requesting town dispatcher by radio to report time enroute, scene arrival and unavailable status.
• d. Parks vehicle in areas designed by local fire or police, or in a safe area if not directed.

2. Completes documentation and records according to department policy.

• a. Run report will be completed accurately and legibly.
• b. Run report data will be entered into computer database accurately.
• c. The vehicle/equipment checklist will be completed on every shift.
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• d. All responses will be recorded in the trip log.
• e. Patient charges will be completed and submitted with each trip report where treatment was provided.
• f. Patient refusals will be documented as they occur completing a trip sheet and refusal form.
• g. Narcotics will be signed off per policy.

3. Ensures vehicle and equipment are ready for response at all times.

• a. Knows location and proper use of equipment.
• b. Restocks vehicle and equipment within 30 minutes following run còm.
• c. Keeps vehicle clean and maintains fuel and fluids per schedule or as needed.
• d. Reports damaged or unsafe equipment to Director upon problem identification.

4. Renders pre‑hospital medical care at the paramedic level.

• a. Performs complete and accurate patient assessments.
• b. Adheres to Region IV treatment protocols and procedures and carries out medical control's orders within own scope of practice.
• c. Is proficient in all relatedთ ALS skills.
• d. Has a pleasant and professional manner with patients.
• e. Gives accurate, concise radio reports and adheres to established radio communication protocols.
• f. Maintains sufficient knowledge of geography.

5. Performs assigned duties in the emergency department under the supervision of the ED physicians.

• a. Performs only those techniques within scope of training, under direction of Medical Control Physician.
• b. Assists with 12 Lead EKGs, blood draws, IV insertions.
• c. Charts skills done in‑house`` according to appropriate policy.

6. Acts as a team leader in dealing with emergency responses.

• a. Demonstrates ability to control emergency scenes.
• b. Directs EMTs and other medical personnel on scene in the patient's best interest.
• c. Interacts with local EMTs and public safety, fire and police in a spirit of cooperation and professionalism.

7. Takes proper care of vehicle and equipment.

• a. Prevents loss or damage of equipment by careful handling and storage.
• b. Maintains equipment and vehicle according to policy.
• c. Keeps vehicle locked when unattended.

8. Pursues new levels in Paramedicine technology and participates in activities which contribute to professional growth and development.

• a. Maintains current certifications as required.
• b. Shares new information with fellow staff.
• c. Attends monthly staff meetings.
• d. Maintains a skill log for all skills done.