- Location
- Maine
- Wage
- Hourly
- Job ID
- 26827154088
- Posted
- 2023-2-14
Description, duties, responsibilities
Northern Light Medical Transport and Emergency Care
Department: Critical Care Transport
Position is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.9 (36 hours per week)
Work Schedule: 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Sign on bonus: This position is eligible for a $5000 sign on bonus.
Current employees of any Northern Light Member Organizations or those with a service break less than one year are not eligible.
New Starting Wages
Summary:
The Critical Care Transport/Flight Paramedic is responsible for:
Rendering complete and comprehensive age-specific Critical Care Transport Paramedic care to the population of patients within their assigned unit/area
Participation in unit specific and hospital wide activities that promote self and staff development
Participation in the development of unit specific strategic goals that assist with the fulfillment of the Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems mission and vision
Responsibilities:
Maintains all licenses and certifications required to hold current licensure and remain employed
Cooperates and complies with established Quality Assurance process
Offers flexibility in scheduling matters; willing to work late arrive early augment staffing when requested (call-ins) and regularly complete pager shift duty
Maintain professional conduct; appearance behavior sense of responsibility pride in the company and willingness to mentor others; willingness to progress professionally into specialty team assignments
Adheres to standard precautions and other personal protective equipment (PPE) due to the presence of body fluids and chemicals
Demonstrate competency in assessing a patients handling emergencies and utilizing Basic Life Support equipment and procedures
Have the ability to perform CPR control of hemorrhage non-invasive shock treatment fracture and spinal stabilization
Manage environmental emergencies emergency childbirth operation of the semi-automatic defibrillator and delivery of oxygen
Properly administer medications as approved by Maine EMS
Knowledgeable in chest decompression; NG tube placement; trans-tracheal jet insufflation; surgical cricothyrotomy; and all other skills approved by Maine EMS
Performs advanced airway control; IV/IO therapy; cardiac monitoring; defibrillation; and other practices as approved by Maine EMS
Motivated in the delivery of care maintenance of facilities and equipment and inventory control
Maintains thorough familiarity with treatment protocols response requirements and quality assurance procedures in system in which assigned.
Maintains awareness of any and all changes in the system components and company policy
Maintains the level and type of certification(s) consistent with performing tasks in the system to which assigned
Complies with all state and company requirements for operation of motor vehicle
Operates a company vehicle in accordance with company policy and safe practices
Develops the ability to quickly and safely locate addresses through knowledge of number systems and street layouts
Ensure that vehicles remain in a state of readiness in terms of mechanical reliability medical supply and equipment cleanliness and appearance standards
Report immediately to the Supervisor any discrepancies in vehicle or equipment standards that could compromise the units ability to complete a call
Completes all appropriate documentation as outlined in company policy
Reports all problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the Supervisor
Maintain a professional appearance by adhering to hygiene and uniform standards
Participation in company activities; staff Meetings committees and public relations details
Rendering complete and comprehensive age-specific care to the population of patients within their assigned unit/area
Participation in unit specific and hospital wide activities that promote self and staff development
Participation in the development of unit specific strategic goals that assist with the fulfillment of the Eastern Maine Medical Center mission and vision
Must be willing and able to perform job responsibilities during ground helicopter and fixed wing transports
Must successfully complete flight safety and flight physiology courses
Participate in restricted pager coverage
Competencies and skills:
Essential:
Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will when and how they say they will or communicates an alternate plan.
Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly embraces and values differences and contributes to a culture of diversity inclusion empowerment and cooperation.
Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing ones behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
Exercises Sound Judgment and Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts goals and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully.
Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Credentials:
Essential:
Emergency Med Tech – Paramedic
Education:
Essential:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Working conditions:
Essential:
Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
Work with computers typing reading or writing.
Extend body and limbs to reach items.
Prolonged periods of sitting.
Prolonged periods of standing.
Lifting moving and loading over 50 pounds.
Prolonged periods of walking.
Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures.
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