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EMT Paramedic

EMT/Paramedics are responsible for completing all run reports and other appropriate paperwork and ensure that they are turned into the designated lockbox.

EMT/Paramedics are also responsible for:

  • Assist the driver in the task of cleaning the units, retrieving, cleaning, and checking out equipment and restocking the unit.
  • Assist the driver with traffic observation, navigation, and communication as necessary.
  • Must be able to pass a mental evaluation and drug screen.
  • Upon arrival at the scene, the EMT/Paramedic will obtain any necessary equipment and use his or her skills to gain access to the patient.
  • Evaluate the patient and provide proper care.
  • Determine the specific needs of the patient according to the Alabama State Law protocols for his or her level (BLS, ALS-1, ALS-2, or critical care treatment), and determine the appropriate hospital to care for the patient. Vital signs should be taken on every patient and documented on your run report.
  • Make sure the proper authorities are notified and attempt to protect property and preserve evidence as long as it does not interfere with patient care.
  • While enroute to the patient’s destination monitor the patient’s condition and be alert to any changes. Any changes in the patient’s condition should be documented and treated appropriately.
  • Notify the receiving hospital of the patient’s condition and ETA; allowing adequate time for the facility to prepare for the patient.
  • Upon arrival to the hospital with the patient, the EMT/Paramedic should:
    • Relay pertinent information to the medical staff.
    • Complete required records and reports.
    • Provide the medical staff with a copy of the report. Medical staff should have access to your run report within 24 hours of transport.
    • Assist the driver in retrieving equipment and supplies.
    • Assist the driver to ready the unit for the next call.
    • Take required personal hygiene measures.
    • Ensure all patient belongings are turned over to the hospital staff and a receipt obtained, if necessary.
    • Upon request, assist the emergency room staff with transfer of patient; while making every effort to vastly ready the unit for the next call.
    • Enter your PCR in the system and upon arrival back to the station, turn in proper and complete run reports.
  • Must be flexible to work 24-hour shifts.
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