Paramedic

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Free uniforms The duties and responsibilities of a Paramedic are specific to the particular situation at hand. Paramedics deal with a wide variety of emergency situations and are usually responsible for doing the following things effectively: Provide emergency medical assistance, such as CPR or bandaging a wound Quickly and efficiently assess a patient's condition and determine the best course of treatment Transport patients safely in an ambulance Provide first aid or life support to patients who are sick or injured Transfer patients to the emergency department of the hospital Effectively communicate your assessment findings and treatments to the healthcare provider at the receiving facility Document what kind of medical treatment was given to the patient from the moment of arriving at the scene to transferring the patient to the healthcare facility Replace and clean supplies and equipment

Skills and Qualifications:

Listening skills to understand the patient's extent of illness or injury Since Paramedics lift, kneel and bend throughout their job, they need to be physically fit Communication skills to speak clearly about the situation and procedures to patients and healthcare staff Problem solving skills for quickly understanding the patient status and symptoms and for administering required treatment Since Paramedics need to provide support to patients in life-threatening situations and under great stress, they should be compassionate Interpersonal skills to work in teams and coordinate with others to handle stressful situations.

Education and Training Requirements:

Current

NYS BEMS

EMT-Paramedic Certification Current AHA BLS Certification Current

AHA ACLS

Certification Current

AHA PALS

Certification