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Summary
Provides comprehensive care to ill and/or injured patients of all ages at special events such as concerts, sporting events, mass gathering events, and trade shows. Applies advanced knowledge and training, develops and executes a plan of care, and rapidly intervene in life-saving procedures.
Job Duties
- Provides directions and guidance to others regarding medical practice; serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor.
- Provides and maintains a safe environment for patient and flight crew.
- Utilizes MedEvac SOPs for care delivery.
- Incorporates data and information to continuously improve care and practice.
- Utilizes advanced assessment and stabilization skills in the provision of patient care.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 year Active, pre-hospital paramedic experience.
- Ability to stay rational for clinical decisions based on advanced training.
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
- PA EMT-P Paramedic - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or
- NREMT-Paramedic-National Reg of EMT-Medic - State of Pennsylvania
- DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree
- EMSVO Certification - State of Pennsylvania
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
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