Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost, and we will be there when you need us.
With more than 38,000 employees, Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.
JOB SUMMARY
Themissionandpurposeofthispositionaretocompassionately deliver high-quality service and basic patient care in a professional, caring, and cost-effective manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following list represents the primary responsibilities of a Mine Paramedic. The relative importance of these responsibilities may vary from region to region and should be discussed by each Paramedic with his/her supervisor.
Medical Duties:
- Evaluates,treats,andstabilizesroutine andurgent patients withinthescopeofpractice and standing orders established by the sponsoring physician (Paramedic), with expanded scope responsibilities
- ConsultwithMedicalDirectorasneeded
- Administeroverthecountermedications
- Ordering/restockingofmedicalsupplies
- Medicalhealthscreenings
- Administeringflushotsandmaintainproperdocumentation
- RestockingofFirstAidBags
- Restock Stoke Baskets
- RestockFirst-AidKits
- Assesseachcallsituationtodeterminebestcourseofactionandappropriateprotocol.
- Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, CPR and other procedures and medications as required to provide advanced medical care.
- Developandutilizetriageskills toprovideoptimal efficiencyduringcalls.
- Providepatientcareaccordingtoclinicalprotocolsand safetyrequirements.
- Liftandmovepatientsasrequiredtoprovideoptimumcare.
- Actasteamleaderandtakeresponsibilityforscenemanagement as needed.
- Monitorandmaintain thegeneral condition of the work area, keep it clean and stocked to maintain the image of Guardian Flight and GMR.
- Muststaycurrentwithadvancedtraining,instructorcredentials,andcontinuing education.
- MustsuccessfullycompleteandremaincurrentwithMSHArequiredcourses,participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training.
- Abilitytofunctionindependentlyandbeaself-starterinisolatedlocations that have poor communication and no support agencies.
- Abilityto climb a 75-foot vertical ladder with 50 lbs. of gear
- MUST be able to work undergroundin a hotand humid environment.
- All otherdutiesassigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Highschooldiplomaorequivalent(GED).
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- PossessavalidDriver'sLicense.
- CurrentState ofNevadaParamedicCertification.
- DrivingrecordincompliancewithGMRpolicyregardinginsurability.
- Minimum 5 years' experience as a Paramedic, with the ability to function beyond the typical "street environment," where treatment may be the priority, not transport.
- Effectiveoral,writtenandinterpersonalcommunicationskills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work independently and as a team member, employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas, read, interpret, and follow instructions.
- Available to work extended shifts at remote mine sites.
GUIDING VALUES AND BEHAVIORS
Employeemustconsistentlyexhibitourguidingprinciples:
- Patient Care -Wecontinuallyearn the privilege to care for our patients. It is at the forefront of everything we do.
- One Team -We respecteach other andachieve togetherwhat no individualcan alone.
- Innovation-Wearedrivento developsolutionsthatinspireprogress.
- Vigilance - We will never waver in our commitment to safety and preparedness in the fulfillment of our duties.
- Ownership -We areaccountable for what we do and take pride in how we do it.
- Citizenship-Weare dedicatedto beinggood stewards in the communities we serve.
EEO StatementGlobal Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.
