Paramedic

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 employees
• Administer 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 facility
• Act as liaison between employee/employer and Concentra Onsite Medical Center to arrange physical evaluations and coordinate and conduct post-injury rehabilitation for employees
• Develop and maintain programs of preventative physical care for employees
• Provide physical conditioning and wellness training to the employees
• Conduct CPR/First Aid/Blood borne Pathogens Training
• Conduct alcohol and urine drug screening by the employer and in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Determine 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 practice
• Assist treatment center admitting personnel to obtain and record information related to victims' vital statistics and circumstances of emergency

This 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 GED 

• Valid state EMT-P Certification/EMS license, required
• Must maintain EMS license throughout employment
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications
• ACLS course completion required

Job-Related Experience

• At least two or more years of EMT/Paramedic experience
• Experience to include participating in various administrative educational or medical support services

Job-Related Skills/Competencies

• Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism
• The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
• Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
• Outstanding service orientation and customer service skills
• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities to apply appropriate treatment to treat injuries
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and all processes involved in the delivery of a comprehensive medical program for employees
• Medical knowledge of techniques and information needed to treat human injuries coupled with the ability to apply that knowledge to administer first aid/emergency care
• Knowledge of anatomy, biology and human behavior and performance
• Customer and personal service knowledge including needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Presentation skills for providing welling instruction
• Mental skill to include inductive reasoning, critical thinking, judgment and decision making
• Skilled at the operation and control of medical support equipment or systems
• Exhibits problem sensitivity; monitors to make improvements or take corrective action
• Communication 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 professionalism
• Understanding of administration and management principles
• Clerical skills
• Required to carry a pager to respond to after hour’s injuries.

Additional Data

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Days Offered
• Colleague Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Discounts

This 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 that prohibits discrimination, and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including hiring, promotion and advancement, without regard to the following characteristics: race, color, national origin, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local fair employment practice laws.