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Paramedic
About the job Paramedic
Job Title: Paramedic
Location: Alamosa Colorado
Job Description:
Are you passionate about healthcare and helping others? As a licensed Paramedic, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional care by triaging patients, assisting with invasive procedures, administering medications, and ensuring that patient care standards are met in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide patient care in the emergency department following established policies and within scope of practice.
- Admit patients, assess needs, identify problems, and implement emergency care plans.
- Carry out physician orders, administer medications, and manage IV solutions.
- Monitor patient conditions and vital signs, record observations, and notify physicians of any adverse findings.
- Prepare equipment and assist physicians during treatment and examinations.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of records for continuity of patient care.
- Respond to all situations based on hospital standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
- Assist with the teaching of personnel regarding new techniques and policy changes.
- Knowledgeable in EMS, Paramedic, and Registered Nurse scopes of care.
Qualifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required prior to hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required prior to hire.
- Recommended ITLS certification within 6 months of hire.
- IV certification required upon hire.
- Knowledge of emergency medical theory, practices, and techniques.
- Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and manual dexterity for performing various medical procedures.
- Physical agility to respond quickly to unexpected safety issues and assist with patient transfers.
Shift Information:
- Full-time positions available.
- Shift differentials:
- Weekend Days: +$4.00/hr
- Weekend Nights: +$5.00/hr
- Grave Shift: +$4.00/hr
Benefits and Perks:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your family and lifestyle.
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave programs.
- Time and a half for holiday pay.
- Free life insurance benefits for full-time employees, with additional coverage available.
- Education programs for career development.
- Discounts on cell phones, ski/snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, gyms, and more.
- On-site employee workout center.
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community.
Join our team and take part in delivering high-quality care while enjoying the benefits of working in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.