Yale New Haven Health

Integrated hospital system with academic affiliations

Paramedic

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeNorth Haven, CT, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent GED is required.
Two years of EMS experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is desired.
Some previous healthcare work experience is desirable.
A current valid driver's license and a driving record meeting company insurability policy are required.
Current required certifications, including state licensure, CPR, ACLS, and PALS, are required.
The ability to obtain medical control from YNHH is required.
A national registry paramedic license is preferred.
After one year of paramedic experience, the ability to complete the SCT certification course is required.

Responsibilities

Evaluate each call situation to determine the best course of action and appropriate protocol.
Safely operate company vehicles and ensure seat belts are used appropriately by the driver and passenger.
Ensure the patient is properly secured in the stretcher.
Use medical equipment and procedures, including a defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR, and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
Use triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.
Communicate with the receiving facility to receive medical direction and provide critical information.
Communicate compassionately with patients and their loved ones to provide information and reassurance.
Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene management when appropriate.
Keep all required licenses and certifications current.
Communicate with the dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
Monitor and maintain the general condition of the unit, keeping it clean and stocked for optimal call response and to maintain the company's image.
Document activities completely so appropriate information is available regarding each call.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Participate in community programs to maintain the company's image and establish strong community relations.
Participate in quality assurance activities and, as an experienced EMT, assist with orientation and development of new employees.

Desired Qualifications

Some previous healthcare work experience is desirable.
A national registry paramedic license is preferred.

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

This position compassionately delivers high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced pre-hospital patient care and transportation in a professional and caring manner.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1. Evaluates each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
2. Safely operates Company vehicles at all times.
3. Ensures that seat belts are appropriately used when driving, and that the passenger is appropriately using seat belts.
4. Ensures that patient is properly secured in the stretcher.
5. Utilizes medical equipment and procedures including, but not limited to: defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
6. Develops and utilizes triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
7. Provides patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
8. Lifts and moves patients as required to provide optimum care.
9. Communicates with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
10. Compassionately communicates with patient and loved ones to provide information and reassurance that care is being.
11. Acts as team leader and take responsibility for scene management when appropriate.
12. Keep current all required licenses and certifications.
13. Communicates with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
14. Monitors and maintains the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of the Company.
15. Documents activities completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.
17. Participates in community programs to maintain Company image and establish strong community relations.
18. Participates in quality assurance activities and as an experienced EMT, may assist in the orientation and development of new employees.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

EXPERIENCE

Two years EMS experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience desired. Some previous healthcare work experience is desirable.

LICENSURE

Must possess current valid driver's license, driving record in compliance with Company policy regarding insurability. Must possess all required certifications including state license, CPR, ACLS, and PALS. Ability to obtain medical control from YNHH. National registry paramedic license preferred. After one year of paramedic experience, ability to complete SCT certification course.

YNHHS Requisition ID

171108

About the Company

Yale New Haven Health

Integrated hospital system with academic affiliations

Yale New Haven Health is a health system that operates five hospitals (Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, Westerly) and provides access to a wide network of primary care physicians and specialists through Northeast Medical Group and Yale Medicine. Through its affiliation with Yale University and Yale School of Medicine, it connects patients to the latest medical treatments and research. Its facilities and outpatient locations enable coordinated care across a single organization that aims to be more patient-focused, more accessible, and more cost-effective. The system delivers care by combining hospital services, primary and specialty care, and advanced clinical relationships to integrate treatment with ongoing research and clinical trials, offering patients access to innovative therapies and personalized treatment options.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New Haven, CT
Founded: 1996

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