Paramedic - Alamogordo, NM Job Listing at American Medical Response in Alamogordo, NM

Healthcare

Job Title:    Paramedic    Location: Alamogordo, NM     Req #: 8727   Reports To:    Field Supervisor       Department:  Operations    Company: AMR-S    FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt 
 

SUMMARY: The mission and purpose this position is to compassionately deliver high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced patient care in a professional, caring and cost-effective manner. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.


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  Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.


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  Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.


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  Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.


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  Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.


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  Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.  


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  Other duties as defined by the formal job description

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