Paramedic - Ambulance

• Not a remote eligible position
• Non-Exempt position: Employees must be clocked in and physically present at the assigned station to be considered in work status.

Independent Clinical & Operational Functioning

• Provide unsupervised basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) care.
• Make autonomous decisions during assessment and treatment.
• Operate in the ambulance independently as either a driver or patient care provider.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by leadership to support departmental operations, patient care initiatives, quality improvement, or organizational goals. Duties may vary depending on emergent needs, operational priorities, or evolving best practices

Patient Assessment, Care & Documentation

• Perform comprehensive assessments.
• Emergency Medical Care
  • Administer medications, manage airways, and perform IV/IO access and cardiac monitoring.
  • Apply State of New Hampshire Patient Care Protocols, most recent version, for trauma, cardiac, respiratory, and medical emergencies.
• Non-Emergent/Transfer Medical Care
  • Perform interfacility transports at all patient acuity levels BLS, ALS, PIFT, and SCT.
  • Administer required care as dictated by patient acuity.
• Accurately document findings and interventions in electronic or paper formats.
• Utilize the department’s designated electronic health record system (e.g., ImageTrend) to accurately document all patient encounters, including refusals and non-transports.
• Accurately document findings and interventions in electronic or paper formats.

Safe Transport of Patients

• Extricate patients from varied environments including confined spaces and wilderness areas.

• Ensure safe and comfortable transportation, with continuous patient monitoring.

Communication

• Relay clinical data to medical control and hospital staff.
• Coordinate via radio and digital communication systems.

Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance

• Perform daily checks of vehicles and equipment.
• Restock and clean as required.

Compliance & Protocol Adherence

• Follow EMS protocols and maintain licensure as defined by New Hampshire RSA 153-A and Saf-C 5900 rules.
• Participate in quality assurance programs.
• Complete all assigned requirements of both the department and the hospital.

Professional Conduct

• Uphold patient and coworker confidentiality and demonstrate compassion at all times.

• Maintain ethical standards and represent the department professionally to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage in professional conduct that supports a culture of safety, mutual respect, and mental wellness.
• Coordinate with fire, police, and other healthcare agencies as required.
• Participate in MCIs, community events, and disaster drills.

Required Licensure/Certifications

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | NLH Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.