Ground Paramedic

*Ground Paramedic*

*Location: Johnson County/Hill County*

This position has primary responsibility for the delivery of safe, high quality advanced emergency care to patients transported by CareFlite’s Ground Division.

This position requires a personal commitment to CareFlite’s mission and core values and the willingness to demonstrate those core values in all activities performed for CareFlite or while representing CareFlite.

*PRIMARY FUNCTION*
* Responsible for the safe operation of the emergency vehicle in accordance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as CareFlite Policies and Procedures.
* Demonstrates working knowledge of all medical and non-medical equipment, which is part of the ambulance.
* Performs routine maintenance check on assigned vehicle at the beginning of each shift. Reports and documents maintenance performed and service required, if any.
* Assists flight crew in loading and unloading patients for the CareFlite helicopter and for fixed wing aircraft. Adheres to all aviation safety requirements in the performance of these duties.
* Responsible for ensuring that CareFlite is perceived by its customers in a positive manner by conduction all interaction in a professional and courteous manner.
* Communicates positively with patients, family members and medical personnel. Ensures that all individuals involved in the transport are fully informed of pertinent details related to the transport.
* Accommodates family members to the extent possible without jeopardizing the safety of the patient mission or other CareFlite personnel.
* Provides CareFlite Communication center with information required to initiate, track and close out the mission.
* Meets special medical and/or comfort needs of patients to ensure that their transport is a positive experience.
* Responsible for participating in the delivery of non-emergency and emergency patient care in accordance with CareFlite Clinical Practice Guidelines.
* Completes appropriate clinical assessment of patients and reports medical condition to receiving facility personnel and/or family.
* Completes appropriate records to accurately report patient condition at time of transport and to record services rendered by CareFlite personnel before and during transport.
* Ensures that assigned vehicle is adequately stocked and cleaned according to CareFlite policies and procedures.
* Incumbent(s) will actively participate in quality assurance/improvement activities as directed by their supervisor. Each incumbent will acquaint themselves with the quality assurance surveys and/or quality improvement projects, which affect their practice and adhere to the standards or changes implemented. Each incumbent will provide feedback in a positive proactive manner on quality assurance/improvement activities, which impact their practice.
* Incumbent(s) will search out opportunities to utilize their free time while on duty to improve their professional skills or participate in work related projects, such as public relations with facilities.
* Incumbent(s) will identify efficiency or cost saving ideas in a timely manner to their immediate supervisor.
* Supports assigned partner by sharing in the delivery of patient care, lifting of patients and/or equipment, documentation of transports, and stocking, cleaning and maintenance of assigned vehicle.
* Incumbent(s) will focus their efforts on supporting their co-workers at all times.
* Incumbent(s) will be tolerant of diversity within the work setting and will address co-workers in a respectful manner at all times. Personal issues will be addressed outside the workplace. Constructive criticism of a co-worker or supervisor will be offered in a private setting and delivered in a positive and respectful manner.
* Incumbent(s) manage their time appropriately to ensure that all areas of their job responsibilities are adequately covered. Actively seeks out additional assignments or assists co-workers with their tasks when they have completed their assigned tasks.
* Have active listening skills. Communicates to co-workers and the public in a clear, concise and positive manner, both orally and in writing.
* Demonstrates a positive approach to problem solving and utilizes the chain of command appropriately to resolve work related issues.
* Possesses and demonstrates sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making, including sound airworthiness determinations/clinical determinations/business determinations.
* Initiates work independently without direction and can be relied upon to complete tasks without continual supervision.
* Maintains personal knowledge of area of expertise through industry contacts, review of pertinent literature (manuals) and utilization of available educational resources.
* Maintains professional appearance.
* Maintains ethical, courteous and professional behavior, which reflects favorably on CareFlite. Adheres to the CareFlite Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
* Monitors own areas of strength and weakness; and seek out opportunities and/or guidance for improvement. Seeks appropriate channels for personal and professional development.
* Demonstrates flexibility and has the ability to respond to changing priorities.
* Demonstrates changes in behavior or attitude following constructive guidance.
* Deals with conflict in an appropriate and effective manner.
* Exhibits a positive attitude in support of CareFlite and CareFlite/hospital management. Refrains from making negative comments about CareFlite, hospital and/or staff.
* Written and oral communications are clear and concise.
* Attends staff meetings as required by policy.

*QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:*
* Must be 18 years of age or older
* High school diploma or its equivalent
* Current State of Texas certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic.
* Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
* Current Basic Life Support Certification
* Current PHTLS Certificate or obtained within 6 weeks of hire
* Current PALS Certificate or obtained within 6 weeks of hire
* Current Dallas City Ambulance Attendant Driver permit
* Current Texas Class C driver’s license
* Ability to effectively communicate Verbal / Written English
* 2 Years’ experience in Emergency Medical Services preferred

*PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:*
* Ability to make decisions, which have moderate impact on immediate work unit.
* Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions
* Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation
* Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time
* Examine and assess the skin and other abnormalities through sight, touch and smell
* Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity
* Will often be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds or more
* Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
* Ability to coordinate activities closely with others in stressful situations
* Ability to take direction and adapt to changing situations/job duties
* Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne pathogens
* Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas.

*The statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.*

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):
* Are you looking for full-time or part-time?

Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:
* Paramedic License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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