Paramedic - Bleckley County

Provide medical assistance to ill and injured patients that are in medical distress on scene or in route to hospitals.  Responsible for the initial assessment of a patient’s condition, determining the course of action, stabilization and management of condition, transfer of information and compassionate patient care.  Must also operate and maintain cleanliness of emergency vehicles and equipment. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide medical assistance during emergency situations to the ill and injured within their scope of care as outlined by the Heartland EMS, Inc. Protocol Manual
• Responsible for daily station duties and general grounds upkeep
• Participate in other EMS related functions  as required and assigned
• Responsible for correctly completing all paperwork and reports
• Responsible for maintaining a professional attitude in all HEMS related activities
• Required to respond to the station in the event of a disaster
• Responsible for maintaining assigned vehicles, medical and communication equipment and replenish first-aid equipment and supplies
• All other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age: 20
• Valid & current State of Georgia Paramedic License
• Valid & current Class C Georgia Driver’s License
• Valid & Current CPR, BLS, PALS, and National Registry of Emergency Technicians certifications
• Pass drug & background screen