On-Site Paramedic

Acadian Companies JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: On-Site Paramedic/EMT Alternate Job Title(s): Paramedic/EMT Division/Department: SMS Status: Hourly- Non-Exempt Performance Appraisal Type: JOB SUMMARY: To provide appropriate ambulance coverage in an industrial environment setting. To provide Advanced, Intermediate and Basic Life Support care to the sick and injured, in accordance with local, state, national, and SMS standards of practice. REPORTS TO: Vice President of Operations Director of Operations Operations Manager Field Support Supervisor DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a general description of the essential duties and requirements common to positions of this type and may be subject to change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Documents all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtains and records non-medical patient information as required by the company. Completes other patient documentation and forms as required by the company. Conducts regular equipment inventory and testing to ensure all medical and ambulance equipment for which the medic is responsible is present, clean, and in proper working order. Documents and reports all needed repairs to the proper maintenance departments (electronic or mechanical) as well as to supervisors and other project personnel as required. Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness / injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary. Provides prompt and efficient basic, intermediate or advanced life support care of the patient prior to and during transport to the medical facility. Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient in the ambulance or assigned medical vehicle to the medical facility. Provides a safe and efficient transfer of patient and patient care information to the receiving personnel at the destination facility. Upon completion of transport, responsible for the assigned duties which will place the sick bay/ambulance and medical equipment back in service. In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for the use of basic extrication tools and procedures to gain access to the patient when necessary. In the absence of other qualified personnel, responsible for controlling the patient's surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders. Follows all FCC and communication regulations when communicating via electronic communications equipment. Administers basic, intermediate and advanced patient care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols. Attends all mandatory company meetings as scheduled. Completes assigned workstation duties as required by the position, including 12-hour day and night shift coverage split. Orders and maintains inventory for medical supplies from Central Supply to replenish sick bay and ambulance inventories as needed. Assist and/or perform Safety Inspections. Attend Safety Meetings. Assist with regulatory, safety, and client inspections. Conducts record keeping, filing, data entry as required by the project. Performs other duties as required by supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED. Valid Texas EMS license. Nationally Registered a plus. Minimum of 1 year of EMS / ALS / BLS experience. BLS required. ACLS (Paramedic required) Current and valid state driver’s license with clean driving record. Must be able to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers. Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.