Location:
Hutchinson Regional Medical CenterFull Time Equivalent (FTE):
1Job position summary:
Performs authorized activities of their level of certification as outlined by the Kansas State Board of EMS per the discretion of the Paramedic on the call.The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holiday premium pay
Shift and weekend differential pay
401k with a 6% employer match
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Employee assistance program
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Provides basic life support to sick and injured persons in the pre-hospital setting as authorized and directed by the Emergency Department Physician under protocols approved by the Emergency Services Critical Care Committee.
- Assesses vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respirations, level of consciousness and skin).
- Administers CPR and oxygen and performs detailed patient assessment, trauma and medical, spinal immobilization and extremity fracture management, and basic airway management.
- Provides patient extrication, hemorrhage control and monitors crystalloid IV administration.
- Drives the mobile intensive care unit to and from the scene with due regard for weather and road conditions and hazards.
- Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
- Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
General Responsibilities:
Perform other duties as assigned.
People Management Responsibilities:
Does this position have people management responsibilities?:
☐ Yes 🗷 No
“Yes” indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.
"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
- Completion of an approved EMT course.High School Diploma,
Required License/Certifications/Registrations
- Current Kansas EMT certification.
- Valid Kansas driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education and Experience
- none
Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations
- none
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Basic patient care knowledge to include taking/recording vital signs, pulse, etc.
- Basic keyboarding and computer skills.
- Ability to calculate percentages, proportions and volume.
- Ability to read, interpret and complete reports and documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Physical Requirements:
With or without accommodation.
- Very Heavy Work: Occasionally exerting greater than 100 lbs - constantly exerting up to 50 lbs. 75-100% of the day may be standing or walking.
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.
We participate in E-VerifyWe will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.
Skills Required
- Completion of an approved EMT course
- Current Kansas EMT certification
- Valid Kansas driver's license
What We Do
The Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System is an integrated healthcare organization which serves a wide geographical area in South-Central Kansas. The System’s members include: Hutchinson Regional Medical Center (a not-for-profit, 199-licensed bed, Joint Commission accredited, acute care hospital), Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, Horizons Mental Health Center, Health-E-Quip (a durable medical equipment company), and the Hutchinson Regional Medical Foundation. Hutchinson Regional Medical Center has a number of partners and specialty services, including The Heart & Vascular Center, Chalmers Cancer Treatment Center, The Birthing Center, Sleep Diagnostic Center, and Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center. HRHS is proud to serve the healthcare needs of more than 65,000 residents of Reno County, as well as the surrounding area. HRHS is the largest employer in Reno County
