Paramedic - Full Time

Job Title

Paramedic

Location

Charleston, SC

Department

Operations

Status

Non-Exempt / Hourly

Reports to

Area Manager

SUMMARY : Under the direction of the Division Manager, the Paramedic will perform duties associated with providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Excelsior Ambulance Service policies.

Responsibilities :

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
• Document patient information, condition and treatment while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on emergency responses.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.

Physical Requirements :

The following physical demands are essential job functions and must be performed by all employees in this role, with or without reasonable accommodation. These requirements are fundamental to the safe and effective performance of duties and are necessary to meet operational and patient safety standards.

Other Responsibilities :

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Benefits :

At Excelsior Ambulance Service, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Medical Insurance :

Additional Benefits :

Continuing Education Benefit :