4 jobs found in Athens, AL

Overview This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance withstatewide Treatment Protocols and HH EMS Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/orparamedic. Responsibilities Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance.  Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients.  Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs.  Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status.  Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods.  Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes.  Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods.  Observes all safety and...

Overview The Emergency Medical Tech.- BASIC performs a wide variety of patient care activities related to patients being treated and transported to the hospital by ambulance. The EMT-BASIC also performs the responsibilities of driving emergency vehicles providing due regard for the safety of others while operating the ambulance. The EMT–BASIC performs patient care activities when attending to the patient in the patient compartment of the ambulance. The EMT-Basic performs Life Support procedures within their scope of practice as approved by the Alabama Department of Public Health EMS Division.. Responsibilities Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance.  Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients.  Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital...

Overview The Paramedic performs a wide variety of patient care activities related to patients being treated and transported to the hospital by ambulance.  The EMT-Paramedic also performs the responsibilities of driving emergency vehicles providing due regard for the safety of others while operating the ambulance. The EMT-Paramedic performs patient care activities when attending to the patient in the patient compartment of the ambulance. The EMT-Paramedic performs Life Support procedures within their scope of practice as approved by the Alabama Department of Public Health EMS Division. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Emergency Medical Services with a current license from the Alabama State Department of Public Health as an EMT-Paramedic /Driver. About Us Our Mission:  Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety, Compassion, Innovation & Excellence...

Overview Performs peripheral vascular and/or echocardiographic procedures at a high technical level. Uses independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative to perform state-of-the art diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Administers contrast medications as prescribed and under the supervision of a physician. Qualifications Education Required ·         High School Diploma or GED required. ·         Graduate of Ultrasound or Echo School/Program License, Certification and/or Registration ·         Require ARDMS or CCI registration in ECHO ·         Require RVT ·         BLS certification required within orientation period ·         MOAB required Experience ·         3 years of ECHO experience