0.9 FTE Paramedic/Paramedic Specialist #0504 in Mason City, Iowa For Sale
FTE Status: 0.9 FTE (plus 72 hours call per pay period)
Call Pay: $10/hr call pay; Earn up to $xxxx call bonus per year
Shifts: Sunday-Saturday rotating days, weekends, and holidays. On call and 12 hour shifts. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
JOB SUMMARY
The position functions so as to support the policies and procedures of the Emergency Services Department and the Mitchell County Regional Health Center. This position maintains the highest possible standards in order to provide the highest level of care and treatment to persons utilizing the ambulance service. This position may require staffing of ERV (Emergency Response Vehicle) and responding to calls immediately and managing patients independently. The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. This position also helps with patient care in the Critical Access Emergency Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Be prepared to respond rapidly and safely to emergency in response area.
B. Critical thinking, scene control, assessment, and gaining access to injured patients (i.e. disentanglement, extrication).
C. Provides competent patient care to the above-indicated patient populations.
D. Transport and treatment of patients established in protocols per EMS guidelines.
E. Documents in the medical record and communicates pertinent patient information in a timely and accurate manner.
F. Maintains clinical duties, as Paramedic providing care appropriate to age, growth and development needs of the patient.
G. Assists nursing and support staff in patient care and participates in department quality improvement process, adapting positively to change, assisting the department in achieving identified outcomes as priorities allow, at the level trained, under the supervision of the provider, according to each department's policies and procedures.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
A. Maintain and replenish vehicle, equipment and supplies as needed
B. Attends departmental/PHO inservices and meetings as required or requested.
D. Supports and abides by all PHO departmental and safety policies and procedures.
E. Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, vision, and values of Mitchell County Regional Health Center and Mercy Health Network.
F. Performs other responsibilities as requested by Director of Emergency Medical Services and/or Administrative Team.
G. Demonstrates Guiding Behavior Expectations in all interactions with all parties.
H. All other duties as assigned.
I. Regular and reliable attendance is expected.
J. Turns in appropriate documents (EPCR) prior to leaving duty.
K. Practice within your certification skill set.
L. Provide general medical care and treatment to patients in both emergent and non-emergent settings as defined by state and local regulatory agencies.
M. Neatly and accurately document pertinent patient information on all required forms/documents. (Patient Care Records, Supplies, Medicare Signature Forms, and PCS forms)
N. Maintain a safe and healthy workplace in accordance with all appropriate OSHA standards, company policies and local standard operating procedures.
O. Complies with and enforces all policies and procedures.
P. Successfully completed all required EVOC Training within the required time period.
Q. Assists in CQI activities and process improvements.
R. Data entry of Protected Health Information (PHI)
S. Assist Plant Ops with Removal of debris and leaves, removes/shovels ice and snow from entrances and walkways.
T. Assist Plant Ops with the handling and discarding of general waste and bio hazardous waste per policy and procedure.
U. Will assist with recycling and document shred removal.
V. Assist Plant Ops with moving (i.e., furniture, office equipment, computers) and hanging items on walls in all PHO facilities as directed.
W. Assist with any building upkeep/improvement/renovations.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education:
1. State of Iowa Paramedic, Paramedic, or Paramedic Specialist Required
2. BLS & ACLS Required
3. National Registry Certification Paramedic preferred
4. Emergency Vehicle Driving Safety course preferred
B. Experience
1. 2 years previous healthcare or Ambulance experience preferred.
C. Special Skills & Aptitudes
1. Able to deal tactfully with the public and staff and work harmoniously with other personnel.
2. Able to function independently in high stress situations and provide competent care.
3. Able to take charge and lead other crew members in patient care and all aspects related to EMS
4. Able to obtain and maintain a valid driver license.
5. If over 21 years of age; current state Driver's License in good standing and insurable
6. If over 21 years of age; satisfactory driving record in accordance with the MCEMS Driving Policy.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Able to squat lift and transfer over 100 lb with assistance.
B. For a complete list of the physical/cognitive requirements, please refer to the Working Conditions and Physical Demands Worksheet. The original will be maintained in the Human Resources Department and a copy in the Ambulance Department.
Healthcare, EMS, Ambulance, Paramedic, Specialist
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