Paramedic

Company: Lawrence General Hospital
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Newly Competitive Rates are available for Paramedic roles As the Paramedic, you will provide all aspects of Advanced Life Support (ALS) treatment and transport of patients in the emergency pre-hospital setting. Evaluate the nature and extent of acute illness or injury and establishes priorities for BLS and ALS treatment. Carry out procedures based upon Statewide Treatment Protocols, Standard Operating Guidelines and Medical Control direction when applicable. Manage the emergency patient's environment in a manner that assures optimal on-scene care as well as expedient transportation to the most appropriate medical facility. This includes efficient utilization of EMS resources such as local first responders, BLS and special resources/equipment. Performs all skills applicable to the Scope of Practice for Massachusetts certified Paramedics. Hourly Rates Start from $25.08 to $38.01 hourly (rates are based on years of experience)Minimum Requirements:High School DiplomaMassachusetts Certified Paramedic (current)Advanced Cardiac Life SupportBasic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider LevelPediatric Advanced Life Support (or equivalent)Driver's License (in good standing)Ideal candidates will have:Experience in an active 9-1-1 call /dispatch centerCompletion of 40 hour Massachusetts Telecommunicator Course (mandatory where applicable)EMT certificationNIMS 100, 700Hazmat AwarenessLawrence General Hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits which include:Competitive wages including evening, night and weekend shift differentialsHealth and Dental insurance for employees working 24-hours or more a weekFlexible Spending Account for dependent care and medical expenses403 (b) Retirement savings account with employer contributionsFulltime employees accumulate 260 hours per year of paid time off (PTO)Tuition reimbursementDirect depositDepartment sponsored continuing educationAll applicants that receive an offer of employment will have the following conducted:Criminal Offender Record Information search (CORI)Drug screen-tested as part of pre-employment physicalSuccessfully pass pre-employment physical examDriving record review and meet acceptable standards per LGH insurance carrierEducation verificationReferences (if applicable)Location: Lawrence General Hospital Pre-Hospital EMSSchedule: Per Diem, All shifts

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