Job Qualifications. Graduation from an accredited EMT-paramedic (EMT-P) certification program. A current, valid paramedic license and certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS). One (1) year of full-time experience within the last three (3) years as a paramedic. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology; emergency medical treatment to include CPR; aseptic and surgical technique; infection control, communicable diseases; medical ethics and legal aspects; operation and maintenance of therapeutic equipment; medical terminology; transportation of the sick and injured. Knowledge of current hospital and pre-hospital protocols in order to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care of patients in hospital and pre-hospital settings. The EMT-P will be required to assist with patient care within the ED when not performing emergency response or transport services. Knowledge and skill in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced lifesaving measured used to initiate resuscitation measures when necessary and assist unit in providing support measure.
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