Paramedics at Cedarcrest Hospitals

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• The medical emergency technician (Paramedic), will provide specialized care and treatment to patients who have been involved in accidents, emergencies or other crises. You will be the first healthcare professional to arrive at the scene of an emergency or on the premises where your services have been requested.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Responding to emergency calls
• Assessing patients, providing emergency treatment and making essential assessments
• Monitoring and administering medication, pain relief and intravenous infusions
• Dressing wounds/injuries
• Using specialized equipment including ventilators and defibrillators
• Transporting patients to hospital and continuing to provide treatment while in transit
• Providing hospital staff with structured patient information including clinical condition and treatment
• Helping provide patient care in hospitals and other medical facilities
• Responsible for the cleanliness, suitability and operational upkeep of the allocated vehicle
• Communicating effectively and demonstration with patients and their relatives/friends
• Teaching and training members of the public to use first aid techniques correctly
• Any other duties as may reasonably be required.

HIERARCHY

• This role reports to the Head of Emergency.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• HND EMT – Paramedics Degree or any related field
• Ambulance work experience,

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong communication skills
• Empathy and care for others
• The ability to make swift decisions and stay calm under pressure
• A good level of physical fitness
• Navigational and driving skills
• Resilience
• Stamina

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have the ability to lift, carry and balance up to 70 pounds/32 kilograms.
• Good manual dexterity, with the ability to perform all tasks related to the role.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, possess hand-eye-foot coordination and color recognition.