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ALS Paramedic MS Transport

MEDSTAR HEALTH

Laurel, MD
4 days ago
$28.58 - $46.94

Job Description

Join MedStar Health as an ALS Paramedic, where you'll provide critical care during interfacility transport, ensuring patient safety and comfort while collaborating with healthcare teams. Your expertise will make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care during interfacility transport
  • Provide direct patient care and evaluate outcomes
  • Document patient information accurately in medical records
  • Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients
  • Deliver expert paramedic care to various patient types
  • Collaborate with medical control physicians for complex patient care
  • Participate in orientation programs for new staff
  • Engage in safety management and quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Successful completion of an approved EMT-Paramedic course
  • Completion of an approved emergency vehicle driving course
  • NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Paramedic
  • Paramedic - Certified in the District of Columbia or ability to acquire
  • Paramedic - Licensed in Maryland or ability to acquire
  • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation certification
  • Health Services ACLS certification
  • Health Services PALS certification
  • ATLS certification or equivalent within 180 Days
  • NIH Stroke Scale - NIHSS certification within 90 Days
  • FEMA ICS 100 Course
  • FEMA ICS 200 Course
  • Valid State Driver's License in good standing

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1-2 years experience as a National Registry Paramedic (NRP)
  • Basic computer skills

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus of $8,000 with an 18-month commitmentHealth insurancePaid time off (PTO)Retirement plans