Paramedic jobs in Makaweli, HI
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 Basic
- American Medical Response
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Hilo, HI
FULL_TIME
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Paramedic
Position Summary
The mission and purpose this position is to compassionately deliver high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced patient care in a professional, caring and cost-effective manner.
IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity in Hilo, Hawaii
Essential Duties And Responsibilities- Assess each call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
- 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.
- Develop and utilize triage skills to provide optimal efficiency during calls.
- Provide patient care according to clinical protocols and safety requirements.
- Lift and move patients as required to provide optimum care.
- Communicate with receiving facility to receive medical direction and to provide critical information.
- Communicate with patient and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given, and to show compassion.
- Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit management as needed.
- Drive the ambulance and provide map reading support to minimize call response time.
- Continuously maintain all required certifications.
- Communicate with dispatcher to receive and understand call data and customer feedback.
- Monitor and maintain the general condition of the unit, keep it clean and stocked for optimal call response to maintain the image of AMR.
- Document activities with regard to patient care and billing completely to ensure appropriate information is available regarding each call.
- Follow policies and procedures regarding out-of-chute times and turnaround times.
- Consider patient status and insurance preferred facilities when determining transportation destinations.
- Ability to work past scheduled shift with little or no notice.
- Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel.
- Reports immediately to the on duty supervisor and/or account manager any incident involving a negative customer and/or patient interaction.
- Read road maps, drive vehicles, and accurately discern street signs and address numbers.
- Read medication/prescription labels and directions for usage in quick, accurate, and expedient manner.
- Communicate verbally with patients and significant others in various environments to interview patient, family members, and bystanders.
- Ability to discern deviations/changes in eye/skin coloration due to patient's condition and to the treatment given.
- Converse with dispatcher and EMS providers via phone or radio as to status of patient.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Adherence to and compliance with information systems security policies and procedures.
- Meets and communicates with existing customers/staff members (including skilled nursing, assisted living, and hospital facilities) on a regular basis to ensure that AMR is meeting their needs. Reports these interactions to the operations and/or account manager on a regular basis.
- Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Licensing/Certification: NEEDS TO BE UPLOADED ON APPLICATION- Current Hawaii State Paramedic License
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Some advanced education preferred.
- Possess a valid State Driver’s License.
- Current BCLS, ACLS, PALS or PEPP, BTLS or PHTLS Provider Certification (where applicable or required by contract).
- Driving record in compliance with AMR Safety and Driving policy.
- Some past work experience, preferably in healthcare desired.
EEO Statement
Global 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. Notice of Nondiscrimination: https://www.globalmedicalresponse.com/docs/site/non-discrimination
Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.
Salary Range: $28.50 - $33.00 Hourly DOE (This rate applies to 12 hour shifts & 24 hour shifts) - 12 Days Ago
Paramedic Basic
- Global Medical Response
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Aiea, HI
FULL_TIME
- Paramedic Basic Position Summary: The mission and purpose this position is to compassionately deliver high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced patient care in a professional, caring and cos...
- 1 Month Ago
Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC) - Instructor/Operator - Paramedic
- Hatalom
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Wahiawa, HI
FULL_TIME
- Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC) - Instructor/Operator - Paramedic Location: Schofield Barracks, Hawaii Description The Instructor/Operator (I/O) role provides training services for the Medic...
- 1 Month Ago
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Travel MRI Technologist
- PSG Global Solutions Careers
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Waimea, HI
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- 9/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Custodian II - Kekaha Elementary - No Experience Required
- Teach In Hawaii
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Kekaha, HI
- Description This posting will be used to fill various School Custodian II positions at the specified location. Salary Ra...
- 9/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Custodian II - Kauai High - No Experience Required
- Teach In Hawaii
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Lihue, HI
- Description This posting will be used to fill various School Custodian II positions at the specified location. Salary Ra...
- 9/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Custodian II - Kilauea Elementary - No Experience Required
- Teach In Hawaii
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Kilauea, HI
- Description This posting will be used to fill various School Custodian II positions at the specified location. Salary Ra...
- 9/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Custodian II - Kaumualii Elementary - No Experience Required
- Teach In Hawaii
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Lihue, HI
- Description This posting will be used to fill various School Custodian II positions at the specified location. Salary Ra...
- 9/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
HI -Clinic Receptionist KAUAI
- HexaQuEST Health, Inc.
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Waimea, HI
- Job Description: I. INTRODUCTION A. The position of Clinic Receptionist I, under the supervision of the designated super...
- 9/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Custodian II - Waimea High - No Experience Required
- Teach In Hawaii
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Waimea, HI
- Description This posting will be used to fill various School Custodian II positions at the specified location. Salary Ra...
- 9/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Dietician
- ICONMA
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Kapaʻa, HI
- Ensures that the needs of patients/residents in the acute, behavioral health, long term care, and outpatient settings ar...
- 9/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Makaweli, Hawaii
Kaumakani (literally, "place in the wind" in the Hawaiian language) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States. The population was 749 at the 2010 census, up from 607 at the 2000 census.
Kaumakani is located on the southern shore of Kauaʻi island at 21°55′13″N 159°37′27″W / 21.92028°N 159.62417°W / 21.92028; -159.62417 (21.920292, -159.624281). The main road is Kaumualiʻi Highway, Route 50.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the Kaumakani CDP has a total area of 1.06 square miles (2.74 km2), of which 0.95 square miles (2.46 km2) are land and 0.11 ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Paramedic jobs
$46,566 to $57,681
Makaweli, Hawaii area prices
were up 1.9% from a year ago
were up 1.9% from a year ago
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