Paramedic - Per Diem

Eastern Plumas Health Care is a small, non-profit, critical access hospital district, providing comprehensive medical services to Plumas County since 1971. We operate a 9 bed acute care hospital at our main Portola campus, which includes a 24 hour, physician staffed, emergency room and ambulance service. In addition, four primary care medical clinics and a dental clinic offer residents a full spectrum of health care services in the Graeagle, Loyalton, and Portola communities. There are also hospital-based Skilled Nursing Facilities in Portola and Loyalton.We are seeking a qualified paramedic to work a per diem status. A qualified applicant will perform medical care in accordance with the established protocols and within scope of practice in the hospital and pre-hospital settings. Also, supervise and direct prescribed activities of ambulance personnel and emergency responders.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESDrives and operates ambulancesUnder direct supervision of the physician, provides appropriate care and treatment to patients in the pre-hospital setting within the paramedic scope of practice.Under direct supervision of the physician and/or the emergency room RN, provides appropriate care and treatment to patients in the hospital setting.Cleans and disinfects ambulance after each use.Operates all emergency medical equipment efficiently and to the level of training.Attends training courses and studies assigned materials relative to emergency medical services.Maintain physical conditioning to perform strenuous work under emergency conditions.Follows proper chain of command (Ambulance Operations Manager) with any complaints, requests or suggestions.Adheres to all policies, procedures and protocols.Inspects ambulance equipment, supplies and medications every shift.Documents all medication and controlled substance usage as required.Assists other departments in the hospital as needed.Performs related tasks, duties and responsibilities as assigned.the paramedic scope of practice.Documents all patient care activities in a timely manner.Maintains ambulance and Emergency Room supplies. Education and Qualifications: Must be 21 years or older.High School diploma or equivalent.Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certification.CPR certification.ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) certification.PALS (Pediatric Advance Life Support) certification.DL51 (driver's physical).Ambulance driver's certification (by start date).Skills:Possess the mental and physical health to meet the demands of the job.Effective written and verbal communication.Ability to cope with high stress situations.Ability to accurately identify and prioritize patient needs based on assessmentKnowledge:Knowledge of radio communications.Emergency medical practices and procedures within scope of practice.Working knowledge of individual responsibilities as they relate to the job description.