Paramedic - Central EMS - PRN - All Shifts - Spring Grove
Company: WellSpan Health Services
Location: Spring Grove
Posted on: October 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Schedule:PRN (as needed)Must work at least one 12-hour shift per
monthGeneral SummaryResponds to EMS calls and performs a variety of
functions related to the care and treatment of patients suffering
from urgent and emergent disease and/or injury states in accordance
with appropriate rules, regulations, and protocols. according to PA
DOH EMS Act and scope of practice.Essential Functions:Responds to
EMS calls, observes safety policies, and operates an emergency
vehicle with due regard for others.Prepares, hangs, monitors, and
administers I.V. fluids.Provides health care instruction/education
to patient and family members.Prepares patients for scheduled
procedures and assists in patient assessment.Responds to emergency
calls as a single Advanced Life Support ProviderCommon
Expectations:Prepares and maintains written documentation as
required by the profession and the department.Demonstrates
knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life
span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets
patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific
treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age
group(s).Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor, and staff
by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the
impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to
reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well
as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize
processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased
safety; and participating in safety education programs and root
cause analyses as required.Maintains established policies and
procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental
and infection control standards.Participates in educational
programs and in-service meetings.Provides outstanding service to
all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal
responsibility through improvement and innovation.Required for All
Jobs:Performs other related duties as identified.WellSpan Health
has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support
WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and
ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of
the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the
department, and the compliance program.WellSpan Health has adopted
and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient
information and the business and operational information of the
organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards
of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational
information.The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed. They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so
classified.Physical Demands:Standing - FrequentlyWalking -
FrequentlySitting - OccasionallyCarrying/Lifting - Occasionally
(50lbs)Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)Kneeling/Crouching -
OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyHearing -
FrequentlyRepetitive Motions - OccasionallyEye/Hand/Foot
Coordination - OccasionallyWorking Environment:Occupational Hazards
- OccasionallyBloodborne Pathogen - ExposureWellSpan Health's
vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of
comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout
our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on
leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed
providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care
and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania
and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable
Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best
in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide
a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions
to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our
clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and
advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest
quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be
their healthiest.QualificationsMinimum Education:High School
Diploma or GED RequiredWork Experience:1 year In busy 911 system.
RequiredLicenses:Certified Paramedic Upon Hire Required orCertified
Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required andBasic Life
Support Upon Hire Required andAdvanced Cardiac Life Support Upon
Hire Required andPed Adv Life Support Upon Hire Required
andCertified EMS Vehicle Operator Upon Hire RequiredDriver's
License Statement:Must possess a valid driver's license in the
current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements
established by WellSpan Risk Management.Courses and
Training:Medical Command Authorization Upon Hire Required
andEmergency Vehicle Operator's Course (EVOC) Upon Hire Required
andNational Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, 800 -
Hazardous Materials Awareness Upon Hire Required
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