Paramedic Full-time, Days

• Provides patient care within the medical director approved department protocols and applicable state scope of practice for a Paramedic.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.
• Provides basic life support, including CPR, airway management, and use of AEDs.
• Applies splints, bandages, and other devices to stabilize fractures, dislocations, and wounds.
• Administers approved medications as per protocols, including oxygen, glucose, and epinephrine.
• Provides care for a variety of emergencies, including cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and trauma cases.
• Provides compassionate care and emotional support to patients and their families during transport to medical facilities.
• Monitors vital signs and adjust treatment interventions as necessary to ensure patient stability and comfort.
• Lifts and moves patients to and from stretchers, frequently lifting more than 250lbs in a team setting.
• Secures patients properly and monitors their condition during transport to medical facilities.
• Safely transports patients under various weather and road conditions to medical facilities using designated EMS vehicles while adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communicates effectively with receiving medical personnel to provide a detailed patient handover and report on the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any pertinent medical history.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and transportation activities.
• Completes patient care reports (PCRs) in a timely manner, documenting all relevant information
• according to established guidelines and protocols.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure continuity of care and accurate documentation.
• Ensures all EMS equipment and supplies are properly stocked, maintained, and functional at all times.
• Performs routine checks and inspections of EMS vehicles to verify operational readiness and compliance with safety standards per applicable state regulations.
• Attends mandatory training sessions, continuing education, and complete annual development courses to stay current with medical practices and protocols.
• Conducts all other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Licensure by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

• Valid Kentucky Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by AHA or ARC.

• Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certifications (PALS) through the American Heart Association. This may be acquired within 90 days of employment.

• Other certifications and specialty training as required by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

• Good communication skills (verbal and written).

Benefits:

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available for use upon hire(Full-time)

• PTO Sell Back Program

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

• Retirement plans with company match

• Company paid Basic Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

• Health Insurance, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision and much more!