AirCare ALS Paramedic, Ground Transports (Pilot Mtn. Base), Full-time 12 hr. Nights Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

AirCare ALS Paramedic, Ground Transports (Pilot Mtn. Base), Full-time 12 hr. Nights
Winston Salem, NC, United States

Job ID:

155945

Job Family:

Patient Care Support

Status:

Full Time

Shift:

Night

Detailed Shift and Schedule:

Night shift, 2-2-3 alternating weekends

Job Type:

Regular

Department Name:

12531085031759-Ground Transports
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Overview
This position is eligible for a $7500 Sign On Bonus if eligibility requirements are met!
AirCare ALS Paramedic, Ground Transports, (Pilot Mtn. Base), Full-time 12 hr. Nights
AirCare is part of an EMS network serving patients in North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee and South Carolina and includes air (helicopter) and ground ambulances stationed in strategic locations to provide fast, safe transportation for critically ill and injured patients.

What We Offer:

Day 1

Health Coverage:

Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans

Wellness Incentives:

Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program

Education:

Eligible for our Prepaid College Tuition Assistance program (up to $5,250/year)!

Parental Benefits:

Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave

Retirement:

Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

JOB SUMMARY

Provides emergency care to patients according to treatment protocols in accordance with NCCEP protocols set forth by the N.C. Office of EMS (NCOEMS). Involves serving as a care team member in the Emergency Department in accordance to the Scope of Practice set forth by the Non-Traditional Practice Setting Agreement with N.C. Office of EMS and the Medical Center/hospital. Serves the following patients age categories: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Paramedic certification from an accredited certified paramedic program, or an Associate’s of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in paramedic studies or equivalent. Three years of Emergency Service experience preferred.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or

REGISTRATION

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and NC-OEMS certification as EMT-P required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required within one year in select areas. Critical care certificate or national registry paramedic, preferred. Maintains certification through affiliation with approved NC-OEMS education provider.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides patient/family centered care focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs. This includes rapid evaluation of life threatening emergencies, implementation of prescribed therapies within scope of practice, collaboration with nursing and medical team to establish treatment goals.
Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment through ensuring patient privacy and responsive, respectful, accepting, and professional behavior. Utilizes and promotes the use of technology and equipment to enhance the safety of patients and staff.
Communicates effectively to promote sharing of information throughout the continuum of care and as an effective member of the healthcare team.
Demonstrates the ability to function in a professional setting through active participation in a professional practice model. This includes participating in d governance, adnce to standards of care, participation in peer review and professional development promoting leadership and clinical excellence, effective team skills, autonomous practice and acknowledgment of accountability for actions and critical thinking.
Acts as a patient advocate throughout the continuum of care including all patient settings and in themunity.
Identifies clinical priorities and initiates action to improve patient oues.
Uses medications, treatments and protocols within the scope of practice as defined by NCOEMS, under the orders from a physician.
Performs and maintainspetency for point of care testing as assigned, ensuringpliance with WFBH Point of Care policies and with applicable state and federal regulations.
Documents any medication and treatment rendered in the Electronic Medical Record.
Provides and documents patient re-assessment in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
Demonstrates high-level teamwork with other members of the Emergency Department Care team.
Supports an environment of evidence-based practice/research/quality improvement initiatives
Demonstrates theanization’s patient promise at all times
Facilitates Optimal Patient flow through the Emergency Department and ensures the safety and security of all patients.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care
Strong oral and writtenmunication skills
Ability to work collaboratively
Ability to evaluate and appropriately respond to verbal and nonverbalmunication from patients in diverse stages of development, i.e. Neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
Builds/establishes rapport with Hospital personnel, providers, patients, and visitors
Ability to push stretchers, wheelchairs, carts, and equipment
Communicates clearly, concisely and professionally via telephone and other automation devices
Lifts and positions patients of all weights and heights using assistive devices and/or personnel as appropriate
Computer skills for electronic documentation of all patient care provided
Performs duties in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, local ordinances, established policies, procedure and protocols

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Handles emergency or crisis situations
Subject to highly stressful and crowded conditions
Moderate noise environment
Subject to many interruptions
Handles absentee replacement on short notice
Required to wear PPE
PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTS

0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity
X Standing
X Walking
X Sitting
X Bending
X Reaching with arms
X Finger and hand dexterity
X Talking
X Hearing
X Seeing
Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling:
X 20 lbs. maximum
X 50 lbs. maximum
X 100 lbs. maximum