Paramedic jobs in Benton Harbor, MI

Paramedic provides emergency advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Conducts patient assessment to determine the extent of an illness or injury and to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Being a Paramedic performs life support procedures or administers oxygen. Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids. Additionally, Paramedic performs other emergency medical procedures needed to stabilize patient during transport. Provides an update on patient's condition and status of treatments when transferring to other medical personnel. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in an accredited Paramedic program. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The Paramedic works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Paramedic typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paramedic
  • medic1ambulance
  • Benton, MI FULL_TIME
  • TITLE: 

    DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

     

    1. Conducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.
    2. Provides prompt and efficient care of the patient and stabilization of his condition prior to transport.
    3. Provides safe and efficient transport of the patient while constantly monitoring the patient and providing any appropriate continuing care.
    4. Is responsible for documenting diagnosis/illness categories and completion of all patient care related documents.
    5. Responsible for the full knowledge of the vehicle's equipment and its proper use at all times.
    6. Makes daily checks of the vehicle equipment and systems and reports deficiencies as necessary.
    7. Reports and relays needed repairs to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
    8. Responsible for maintaining respective state and national certification.
    9. Attends mandatory review meetings and other required company meetings as scheduled.
    10. Respects and holds in confidence all information of a confidential nature obtained in the course of professional work unless required by law to divulge such information.
    11. Performs other duties as required by respective supervisor.

     

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    1. Skillful in thinking and acting quickly in stressful situations.
    2. Knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology
    3. Currently licensed State of Michigan Paramedic
    4. Current BCLS Card
    5. Current ACLS Card (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
    6. Able to function around seriously ill or injured people in a responsible manner.
    7. Complete knowledge of protocols and their applications
    8. Able to maintain harmonious relationships with fellow crew members, public safety personnel, and the general public under stressful situations.
    9. Able to deal sympathetically with patients and others. 
    10. Is physically fit. Meets all physical requirements for this position.

     

     

    While performing the duties of this job, must be able to stand, walk, sit, operate motor vehicle, balance, work at heights, climb stairs, twist / turn, bend / stoop, crouch / squat, kneel / crawl. Paramedics are often called upon to work in harsh or austere environments including extremes of temperature, noisy, adverse or poor weather conditions for extended periods. Lifting includes occasionally lifting 100 lbs with or without assistance. 

     

  • 19 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Life EMS Ambulance
  • Gobles, MI FULL_TIME
  • Full-time with 24 hour shifts. Annual pay starts at $57,200.00 but increases with experience or Critical Care license. ** $10,000 sign on bonus for full-time. SUMMARY: Responsible for the performance ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Phlebotomist I
  • Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
  • South Bend, IN
  • Category Phlebotomy Location South Bend, Indiana Job function Operations Job family Patient Services Shift Day Employee ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Pharmacist
  • Beacon Health System
  • South Bend, IN
  • Full-time 615 N. Michigan Street Pharmacy Day 49.14---63.89---78.63 $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! * JOB SUMMARY * Repo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse Orthopedics
  • Trinity Health
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • Employment Type: Full timeShift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus + Weekend Premium! Saint Joseph ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinic Manager
  • Hanger, Inc.
  • South Bend, IN
  • Why Us?: With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prost...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Phlebotomist I
  • Quest Diagnostics
  • South Bend, IN
  • Overview: Phlebotomist I - South Bend, IN - Monday - Friday - 8:30AM-5:00PM *Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be requi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Hospitalist RN (Registered Nurse)
  • Endevis LLC
  • Mishawaka, IN
  • Job.com Healthcare is seeking a Hospitalist Registered Nurse for weeks for immediate opening in Mishawaka , IN. Looking ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinic Nurse - RN
  • InterCare Community Health Network
  • Benton Harbor, MI
  • Job Type Full-time Description InterCare is a Federally Qualified Health Center which MAY qualify employees for National...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Administrator - Office Manager
  • Lighthouse Autism Center
  • South Bend, IN
  • Job Type Full-time Description Are you looking for a fun, rewarding career dedicated to helping children reach their ful...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Benton Harbor is a city in Berrien County in the U.S. state of Michigan which is located southwest of Kalamazoo, and northwest of South Bend, Indiana. In 2010, the population was 10,038 according to the census. It is the smaller, by population, of the two principal cities in the Niles–Benton Harbor Metropolitan Statistical Area, an area with 156,813 people. Benton Harbor and the city of St. Joseph are separated by the St. Joseph River and are known locally as the "Twin Cities".[not in citation given] Fairplain and Benton Heights are unincorporated areas adjacent to Benton Harbor. According to...
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Income Estimation for Paramedic jobs
$42,885 to $53,124
Benton Harbor, Michigan area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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