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DepartmentParamedics

Job Summary

Under general supervision, attends to patients being transported to and from the hospital. Provides inter-facility patient transfers and responds to 911 field calls. Identifies, assesses, and transports public inebriates. Safely operates department vehicles in emergency and non-emergency modes. Provides support functions for the Paramedic Division.

Essential Functions:

Basic Life Support Initiates BLS procedures in accordance with current standards/protocols Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Denver Metropolitan EMT-Basic Protocols. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Paramedic Division's BLS Policy. Orders Advanced Life Support resources as patient presentation requires. (25%) General Operations Provides appropriate patient care during Basic Life Support (BLS) inter-facility patient transfers. Assists RN with patient care during Critical Care Transport (CCT) inter-facility patient transfers. In the event of a non-emergent 911 field response, performs assessment of scene to determine the need for auxiliary services such as fire and police department. Demonstrates an awareness of a changing environment and is able to identify hazards. Interacts with other personnel and ancillary services with the patient's best interests in mind. (15%) Documentation Completes appropriate patient and daily activity forms. Submits one complete trip report for each patient encounter, and leaves a copy of the trip report at the receiving hospital. Demonstrates appropriate medico-legal documentation which protects both the crew and the Division. Billing information is as complete as possible. Face-sheet to be included for in-patient transfers. Submits incident reports in a prompt, concise and professional manner. (10%) Emergency Vehicle Operations. Maintains Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Certification. Maintains control of the vehicle at all times, allowing for the unpredictable responses of other drivers. Uses appropriate lanes and speed with appropriate cornering and braking techniques. Uses all emergency equipment in accordance with State and municipal laws and regulations. Abides by standard traffic laws while driving in the non-emergency mode. Maintains due safety when parking the vehicle at the scene of an emergency, and the use of emergency equipment while standing at such scenes. (10%) Evaluation Evaluates the extent of illness or injury and establishes priorities for care following standing orders, or protocols, or as directed by the base physician via voice communications. Performs full and appropriate assessments including gathering a complete set of vital signs. Demonstrates an appreciation for mechanism of injury. Obtains appropriate history. Utilizes an appropriate workup site Cognizant of scene times, taking into consideration safety, proximity to the hospital, and current call volume. (10%) Safety Follows safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Approaches all scenes and patients in a safe manner consistent with the environment and patient presentation. Performs proactive weapons searches of scenes and patients. Uses all means available to diffuse a hostile and/or emotional situation. If unsuccessful, enlists police assistance, and attempts to avoid physical confrontation if possible. Uses appropriate and low impact means of restraint. Demonstrates lifting techniques with a low likelihood for injury to self or peers. Utilizes "as clean as possible" techniques for invasive procedures and disposes of all contaminated materials and sharps in an approved method. Follows up ith the appropriate resource in the event of exposure to potentially injurious substances. (10%) Equipment and Supplies Ensures readiness of ambulance for service, checks mechanical equipment, performs routine preventive maintenance, tests biomedical equipment such as lifepak and suction units for electrical charge and function, checks medical supply stock levels and restocks as necessary. Inspects and reports any deficiencies to the vehicle braking system, vehicle lights and emergency equipment. Assures that all... For full info follow application link.