Paramedic
Core
Responds to dispatched calls within a defined geographic coverage area to enhance community advanced life support services, performing patient assessment, care, and transfer protocols.
Role type
Paramedic (Pre-hospital Emergency Care)
Builds
Pre-hospital emergency response and patient transport
Domain
Healthcare / Emergency Medical Services
Required skills
Patient assessment, Emergency medical treatment, Vehicle and equipment operation, Written documentation, Team coordination, Safety protocol adherence
Preferred skills
Preceptor skills, Patient safety improvement, Process identification
Technologies
Two-way communications systems, Emergency Medical Services Vehicle
Responsibilities
Respond to dispatched calls for advanced life support, Perform patient assessment and obtain historical data, Effect patient care within scope of practice, Conduct vehicle and equipment surveys, Complete written reports for patient encounters, Coordinate with local Fire and Rescue personnel, Participate in orientation and preceptorships for new personnel
Seniority
Entry-level (requires completion of Specialty Training Program)