AMR Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Remote
2021-11-02

Paramedic Internship in Santa Barbara, CA

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AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE
A Global Medical Response Solution
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

*Please note that candidates could be asked to work in both North
or South Santa Barbara County, depending on current business needs.*

Paramedic Internship, Full-Time


ARE YOU CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED PARAMEDIC PROGRAM?


Full-Time Sponsored Paramedic Internship Opportunities Available!


Why Choose AMR
? AMRis one ofGlobal Medical Response’s(GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world atwww.AtaMomentsNotice.com.Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care,and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.


POSITION SUMMARY:

Paramedic Interns will be hired as an EMT Basic and assigned to a Paramedic Preceptor to complete the Field Internship phase of our program. Upon successful completion of the internship and certification/accreditations, Interns will be moved to a Paramedic position.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides direct patient care including ALS and BLS medical evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and transport.
  • Responds to emergency rescue situations involving potential loss of life or bodily injury.
  • Maintains scene control and manages/directs patient care during a pre-hospital emergency.
  • Acts as a patient advocate to ensure compassionate and clinically sound care is provided.
  • Provides training and instruction to allied agencies and the public.
  • Maintains thorough familiarity with treatment protocols, response requirements and quality assurance procedures in system in which assigned.
  • Maintains awareness of any and all changes in the system components and company policy.
  • Maintains the level and type of certification(s) consistent with performing tasks in the system to which assigned.
  • Complies with all state and company requirements for operation of motor vehicle.
  • Operates a company vehicle in accordance with company policy and safe practices.
  • Develops ability to quickly and safely locate addresses through knowledge of number systems and street layouts.
  • Ensures that unit remains in a state of readiness in terms of mechanical reliability, medical supply and equipment, cleanliness and appearance standards.
  • Immediately reports any discrepancies in vehicle or equipment standards that could compromise the unit’s ability to complete a call.
  • Completes all appropriate documentation as outlined in company policy.
  • Reports all problems and unusual occurrences immediately to the Lead Paramedic or Supervisor.
  • Maintains a professional appearance by adhering to hygiene and uniforms standards.
  • Attends all mandatory in-services.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned.


REQUIRED DOCUMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Resume + Letter of Recommendation from Paramedic Course Instructor
  • CA State EMT Card
  • CA Driver's License
  • CA Ambulance Driver's License
  • American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, & PALS Cards
  • Medical Examiner’s Certificate

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Driving record in compliance with AMR's Safety & Driving Policy (proof will be required if conditional employment offer is made).
  • Emergency vehicle operation knowledge and Radio communication skills preferred.
  • Ability to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (lift, drag, hoist, and carry equipment and other heavy objects).
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work independently and as a team member, employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas, read/interpret/follow instructions, and perform essential job functions as required.


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NOTE REGARDING COVID-19:
Upon accepting an offer and joining the GMR family, new hires will be required to submit a COVID-19 vaccination status of either vaccinated or not vaccinated.
EEO Statement:
Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled