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FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Job Role Summary
The Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic responds in emergency vehicle to the scene of reported medical emergencies, as directed by communications center. This position manages, supervises and is responsible for all aspects of patient's emergency care by providing efficient and immediate basic and advanced life support at the scene, in transport, and in the emergency room. This position provides emergency medical care at the basic and advanced life support level according to Indianapolis EMS practices, policies, and established protocols.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Responds in emergency vehicle to the scene of reported medical emergencies, as directed by communications center or instructions from a District Lieutenant or Operations Commander
Manages, supervises and is responsible for all aspects of patient's emergency care by providing efficient and immediate basic and advanced life support at the scene, in transit to the emergency room in accordance with policies, procedures, and protocols
Provides specific medical care in conjunction with physician, nursing and allied health staff in the hospital in accordance with established practices and protocol
Calculates drip rates and drug concentrations, renders appropriate approved intravenous drugs or fluid replacement as indicated by online medical direction and/or established EMS Protocols.
Document in writing or by approved electronic means all relevant information in a prescribed format (I.E. Run Report, ESO Report)
Responsible and accountable for maintaining controlled medications (narcotics)
Drives an emergency vehicle under emergent and non - emergent conditions
Exercises independent judgment in critical, emergency situations
Coordinates public safety personnel in emergency situations
Attends continuing education, refresher courses, medical audit programs and training programs as required by IEMS, medical direction, or certifying agency
Participates actively in continuing education and medical audit programs
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Indiana Paramedic License
Valid Driver's License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policy
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
American Heart Association CPR Certification
Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification
Continuing education to maintain required certifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must have specific knowledge of:
practical skills, theory and medical terminology involved in basic and advanced emergency medical care
principles of human growth and development
age-appropriate care (i.e. neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric)
advanced respiratory skills including endotracheal intubations, cricothyrotomy, pleural decompression and breathing treatments
cardiac monitoring and interpretation, defibrillation, and cardio version
intravenous therapy, including peripheral lines, use of I.V., I.M., I.O., and Sub. Q medications
indications, contraindications, side effects and dosages of all medications carried by the paramedic vehicle
Must be able to:
work effectively under emergency conditions and stress
safely operate an emergency vehicle in all weather conditions
coordinate emergency care with EMT Basics and other Paramedics as well as hospital physicians and staff
make independent and critical patient care decisions
interact in a calm, effective and courteous manner with patients, public and hospital staff
communicate verbally in person and via telephone and telecommunications mediums using the English language
hear and understand spoken information from co-workers, patients, physician, dispatchers, other allied health personnel, bystanders, and public safety professionals
read and comprehend written materials under stressful conditions
Must have:
normal use of limbs, eyes, ears and voice required to treat patients and to operate sophisticated electronic devices
excellent verbal communication skills
high level of medical psychomotor skills and cognitive knowledge
high degree of accuracy in performance of duties
It is Indianapolis EMS' philosophy and policy to treat employees and applicants fairly and without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status or physical or mental ability. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these conditions will not be allowed or tolerated. For additional questions please contact us at 317-630-7427 or humanresources@indianapolisems.org.
