Paramedic Job at Advocate Health Care (Macon)

Job Description

Provides advanced life support to patients according to established standards and guidelines. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Job Responsibility

Provides advanced life support to patients according to established standards and guidelines
Accurate and legible documentation that adherence to EMS protocols
Serves as a role model and resource person to other EMS personnel
Provides fellow staff members with help as necessary
Performs safe and courteous driving
Provides accurate and legible patient charge information
Performs patient assessment and correct airway management
Documents patient care according to professional (Department) standards
Documents non-transports accurately and properly
Follow treatment protocols for patient care

Requirements

Must hold a current Georgia Paramedic License
Must be certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support as well as Advanced Cardiac Life Support and must maintain certification at all times with no lapse
Must maintain a valid Georgia Drivers License and maintain a driving record that meets the requirements set forth by the Hospital Driving Policy
Must be aware and follow current Federal and Georgia laws with regards to emergency medical services
Must meet Hospital requirements for criminal background check
Minimum education of a High School Diploma or GED is required
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience as a Paramedic
Must be able to utilize initiative and independent action when required within the general framework of professional assignment
Must be able to utilize good judgment in evaluating alternatives in unorthodox situations
Must have good verbal communication skills
Must have the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with physicians, patients and family members
Must be able to work with accuracy under stress and emergency situations
Discretion required in handling confidential information
Must be able to consistently follow prescribed treatment protocol for patient conditions
Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity
Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio
Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport of supplies and/or equipment using good body mechanics
Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength based upon the specific job evaluation levels
Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly
Must be able to lift 50-80# and carry 50-80# specific to the job evaluation level for their position
If job class is classified under POPE D, must pass the cardiac recovery test
Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors
Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations in all weather conditions
Must be able to assess and respond to multiple situations simultaneously
Must be able to assist co-workers in multiple overlapping tasks simultaneously

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions

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