Job Summary
Provides basic and advanced life support and emergency pre-hospital care to persons in emergency situations.
Essential Job Functions
· Provides ALS or BLS patient care in accordance with the approved standing orders and protocols, department policies and on-line medical command. Is constantly mindful of the treatment modality that will be most appropriate for the patient's illness or injury.
· Acts as a patient advocate and practices good communication techniques to keep the patent and family informed regarding their care provision.
· Completes the appropriate ALS (Paramedic) or BLS (EMT) skills lab, CPR and continuing education credits as required to maintain medical command and/or certification. Completes all required hospital and departmental education and competencies in a timely manner.
· Operates department vehicles in a safe and lawful manner. Reports to supervisor all traffic violations and other infraction...