Paramedic/CCP (DAYS)

NEW HIRE ACADEMY CLASSES BEGINNING EVERY OTHER MONDAY

A career with MedFleet is more than a job; it's a commitment to providing the citizens of our communities with the peace of mind that a highly skilled and technologically advanced emergency response team is on the way. If you are looking for a job where you can make a difference working in a high-performance setting that fosters personal and professional growth, consider joining the MedFleet team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• • Prompt and regular attendance at work.
  • Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge and appropriate administration of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and approved medical protocols.
  • Assess and treat with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment), any medical situation while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism according to current company standards.
  • Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge and appropriate administration of Critical Care Training, ACLS, and Critical Care Transport Standing Orders.
  • Must attend all Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses as required by MedFleet Clinical Operations
  • Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other individuals within the community and EMS system
  • Assist in treating with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment) any medical situation while maintaining the highest standard of patient care according to current Company standards.
  • Complete run reports for each transport with appropriate patient care documentation and billing information.
  • Maintain Paramedic/CCP continued medical education requirements to maintain a higher level of training and education.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of the ambulance, equipment, supplies, and medications.
  • Will provide our customers with professional and courteous communication and service.
  • Will actively market the ALS/CCP program to maintain a positive image and understanding of the ALS/CCP program.
  • Understand the procedure for vehicle checkout, reporting equipment failure, submitting expended supply reports on a daily basis.
  • Record all runs in ALS/CCP Log spreadsheet when indicated.
  • Attend Paramedic/CCP Staff meetings.
  • Perform stocking and cleaning of vehicle and station.
  • In depth knowledge and understanding of ALS/CCP policies and procedures.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
  • Performs other such duties as may be required

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current Florida Paramedic certification (Information for out-of-state applicants or to renew )
  • Current BLS & ACLS Certification
  • Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment.
  • High School Diploma or GED

  Desired Qualifications:

  • A.S. Degree in Emergency Medical Technology
  • Two years working experience as a Paramedic.
  • National Registry
  • Critical patient inter-facility transfer experience
  • Critical Care certification

  Physical Requirements

  • The Paramedic is required to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance, step, stoop, kneel; and talk or hear. The Paramedic is required to pull, lift, grasp, reach, use hands, finger movement, and repetitive motions.
  • Must frequently lift and/or carry a minimum of 140 pounds up to 200 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Requirements will vary; must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

  Working Environment:

  Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and to blood/body fluids, requires respirator use, fumes/odors, extended day, and temperature changes. Frequently works with others, face-to-face contact with others with exposure to noise, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment. Performs shift work and performs duties frequently in a mobile environment and in confined areas.