Paramedic - 2nd shift

Company: Concentra
Location: North Charleston
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Overview:Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Concentra, you will be a vital member of our patient care team and play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Our mission is to improve the health of America's workforce, one patient at a time. Join us at Concentra and see how your clinical competency and compassion can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients you serve.The Paramedic will administer first-aid treatment and life support care to sick or injured persons in a pre-hospital setting. Paramedic is responsible for developing and maintaining programs of preventative physical care for employees, providing wellness training and performing health screenings.Responsibilities:Develop, coordinate and implement a comprehensive injury and illness prevention program for employeesAdminister prescribed first-aid treatment at site of emergency, or in specially equipped vehicle, performing such activities as application of splints, administration of oxygen or intravenous injections, treatment of minor wounds or abrasions, or administration of artificial resuscitation and recommends treatment or referrals of the injured employee to a medical facilityAct as liaison between employee/employer and Concentra Onsite Medical Center to arrange physical evaluations and coordinate and conduct post-injury rehabilitation for employeesDevelop and maintain programs of preventative physical care for employeesProvide physical conditioning and wellness training to the employeesConduct CPR/First Aid/Blood borne Pathogens TrainingConduct alcohol and urine drug screening by the employer and in accordance with state and federal regulationsDetermine nature and extent of illness or injury, or magnitude of catastrophe, to establish first aid procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance, basing decisions on statements of persons involved, examination of victim or victims, and knowledge of emergency medical practiceAssist treatment center admitting personnel to obtain and record information related to victims' vital statistics and circumstances of emergencyThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Qualifications:Education Level: High School Diploma or GEDValid state EMT-P Certification/EMS license, requiredMust maintain EMS license throughout employmentCurrent CPR and First Aid certificationsACLS course completion requiredJob-Related ExperienceAt least two or more years of EMT/Paramedic experienceExperience to include participating in various administrative educational or medical support servicesJob-Related Skills/CompetenciesConcentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and FlexibilityAbility to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutionsOutstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalismThe ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policiesConcentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and FlexibilityAbility to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutionsThe ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policiesOutstanding service orientation and customer service skillsKnowledge of therapeutic modalities to apply appropriate treatment to treat injuriesKnowledge of clinical procedures and all processes involved in the delivery of a comprehensive medical program for employeesMedical knowledge of techniques and information needed to treat human injuries coupled with the ability to apply that knowledge to administer first aid/emergency careKnowledge of anatomy, biology and human behavior and performanceCustomer and personal service knowledge including needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfactionPresentation skills for providing welling instructionMental skill to include inductive reasoning, critical thinking, judgment and decision makingSkilled at the operation and control of medical support equipment or systemsExhibits problem sensitivity; monitors to make improvements or take corrective actionCommunication skills to include active listening and the ability to speaking clearly and effectively; the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalismUnderstanding of administration and management principlesClerical skillsRequired to carry a pager to respond to after hour's injuries.Additional Data:401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer MatchMedical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental PlansLife & Disability InsurancePaid Time Off & Extended Illness Days OfferedColleague Referral Bonus ProgramTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsDependent Care Spending AccountEmployee DiscountsThis job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

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