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Paramedic - Full Time - Thief River Falls Area Ambulance

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Sanford Health
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Job Title: Paramedic - Full Time | Thief River Falls Area Ambulance | Thief River Falls

City: Thief River Falls

State:

Department *: * TRF Area Ambulance

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Varies

Hours Per Shift: Other

JOB SUMMARY

Paramedics provide advanced medical care to patients. Individuals must have the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics may need to assist and give direction to additional EMS Responders at the scene and/or during transport. Paramedics must be competent in trauma and medical situations and should possess the knowledge and the necessary skills to provide lifesaving interventions in a pre-hospital setting. Individuals will administer emergency care and treatment and determine the nature and extent of illness or injury and establishes priority for required emergency care. Paramedics, based on their assessment will provide emergency care to adults, infants and children, medical and trauma patients. Individuals should be able to determine the appropriate facility that patients should be transported to based on their knowledge of the condition of the patients and the extent of their injuries unless otherwise indicated by medical direction. Individuals should constantly assess the patient while in route to the emergency facility, administers additional care as indicated or given by medical direction. Paramedics may use equipment included in the medical transport environments. Individuals should observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment at the emergency scene and in transit to the receiving facility staff for purposes of records and diagnostics. Paramedics will need to have good communication with the receiving facility to get medical direction and to provide patients status and other critical information. Individuals must complete extensive written documentation on patient condition and treatment provided, as well as understand all applicable legal, moral and ethical issues surrounding the emergency medical service. Paramedics should maintain communication with the patient and the family, comforts and reassures patients and be able to demonstrate concern and courtesy while maintaining confidentiality of the patients information. Individuals will assist with patient care in the receiving facility; lifting and moving patients as required. Physical activities include but not limited to will require considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling materials. Paramedics should attend training classes to maintain national certification, state licensure, and keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge. Depending on location of position, work hours will vary depending on patient needs. This may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicates effectively with diverse audiences, using appropriate media and language. Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate. Administers appropriate first aid and follows emergency procedures. Interprets vital signs and test results in order to make a diagnosis and craft a treatment plan. Masters new ideas with minimal oversight. Personally demonstrates a high level of listening skills whenever appropriate. Monitors complex or unforeseen dependencies and responds accordingly. Assists in documentation of medical histories, symptoms, and vital signs for assigned patients. Manages multiple patients and directly responds to all questions. Contributes to the establishment of good coaching practices. Treats traumatic injuries using established methods and treatments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Hold national registry status at a Paramedic level.Depending on state requirements, individuals may need to have a state license. Additional licensures as required dependingupon state; Paramedic (PAR) Certification, National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Incident Command System(ICS)100, 200, 700, and 800 completed and continued education hour's as mandated by accreditation. Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent, advanced version for paramedics, International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred depending on location. Additional training provided/workshops and staff meetings are to be attended as per policy.Must possess a valid Driver's License and have a good driving record. High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree in Paramedic Technology or Paramedicine preferred. Completion of an accredited Paramedic Training Program required for licensing. Must have a thorough knowledge of paramedic principles, practices and techniques, knowledge of how various equipment such as a monitor or defibrillator work and how to troubleshoot problems that may arise.

About Sanford Health:

At Sanford Health, we are dedicated to the work of health and healing.
Every day, we show that commitment by delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve.
We are leaders in health care and strive to provide patients across the region with convenient access to expert medical care, leading-edge technologies and world-class facilities.
In addition to strong clinical care, we are also committed to research, education and community growth.
We engage in medical research to not only discover innovative ways to provide care, but also cures for common diseases.
We continuously seek new ways to achieve our vision of improving the human condition here in your community, across the region and around the world.
The entire team at Sanford Health recognizes the value of healthy families and communities.
We continue to gain momentum and expand our reach. Together, we can make a positive difference now, and in the future.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application,
please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

City: Thief River Falls

State: Emergency Medical Services

Job Function: Full Time

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Varies

Req Number: req33944

Company

Sanford Health is excited to be on a journey of tremendous growth and momentum. With our vast geography, cutting-edge medicine, sophisticated research, advanced education and our own health plan, we are unique in what we do and how we do it. Through relationships built on trust and successful performance and a vision to improve the human condition, Sanford seeks to make a significant impact on health and healing. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, our journey as an organization includes continually building on the diverse talents, experiences and beliefs of our employees, as well as the patients and communities we serve. We are proud to be from the Midwest and to impact the world. We look forward to joining with you in the journey.

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