Job Description
To respond to calls for out of hospital emergency medical services and provide appropriate and high quality medical care to victims of injury or illness, as authorized by regional standing delegated orders or through online medical control. This is a highly visible position in the community and, as such, Paramedics shall interact with patients, the public, members of other agencies and departments with a high degree of courtesy, professionalism, and respect and always with the welfare of the patient and the public in mind.
Job Responsibility
- Responds to emergency calls received through the 911 system, evaluates the nature and acuity of illness or injury, establishes patient care priorities, administers appropriate pre-hospital care, and provides the necessary transportation for patients to the appropriate medical facility. All of the aforementioned duties must be accomplished within the protocols and regulations set forth by Lenox Hill Hospital, the Fire Department of New York, the, Regional Medical Advisory Council of New York City, and the New York State Department of Health
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Job Qualification
- High School Diploma or equivalency.
- NYS DOT EMT-P Level 4, NYC REMAC Certification.
- NYS DMV Drivers License.
- Minimum one (1) year experience with a 911 Emergency Medical Services agency.
- Working knowledge of electrocardiogram monitoring equipment, able to operate a computer with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to work well under pressure and with minimal direct supervision. Ability to adapt to unique and challenging environmental conditions. Ability to follow directions. Ability to make rapid and appropriate decisions. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Team Player.
Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).