EMT - Paramedic (Rio Grande, TX) (Notional Opportunity)

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Location

Rio Grande, TX

The EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) is responsible for providing medical services at the Paramedic level for on-site clinic health units or emergency events as the contract dictates.

Responsibilities

• Provides EMT services at the Paramedic level to preserve the health of employees and client personnel.
• Systematically assesses the urgent or emergent health needs of patients, analyzes data, and formulates a plan of care, with other members of the medical team, which is realistic in relation to the employee's capabilities and job requirements.
• Recognizes and treats illnesses and injuries according to established operating instructions within the scope of licensure and regulations of state employment or practice.
• Records and maintains patient information in accordance with standard protocols, and the Privacy Act.
• Identifies and records the signs and symptoms of physical and mental conditions.
• Thoroughly exercises skill in initiative, judgment, problem-solving and decision-making daily.
• Makes independent judgments and prioritizes workload.
• Demonstrates proven success in stressful environments.
• Pursues professional development activities and continuing education to ensure currency with present practices and trends in healthcare and specifically in the practice of emergency medical treatment
• Protects patients' privacy through confidentiality, infection control procedures, assuring consistent medication administration, and assuring proper storage and maintenance procedures for all equipment and supplies.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fully unencumbered Paramedic State Licensure and the ability to be favorably credentialed.
• 2 years of experience as a licensed Paramedic.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications and ACLS certification
• Proficiency with computer and common office equipment, as well as with MS Office products required.
• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Location of services may at times be in remote, austere or challenging environments.
• Must be able to perform duties in a stressful and high paced environment without physical limitations.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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