Job Description
WHO WE ARE With 35 years of experience, Summit Point Training Facility provides customized Security and Emergency Medical training solutions on our 786-acre facility located in Summit Point, WV. We are a recognized leader in the Security Training Solutions Market for both commercial and government clients and take pride in providing tailored training solutions for clients in a world of ever evolving threat environments and security challenges. At Summit Point, we maintain a work environment that fosters new ideas, challenges the status quo and rewards success.
WHAT YOU'LL DO Primary function of a Summit Point Paramedic is to provide Basic Life Support care to those in need at our facility within the guidelines set forth by the State of West Virginia Office of EMS. Summit Point Paramedics should be able to operate and maintain ambulance and equipment and maintain skill sets, and certifications.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for: - Perform daily check offs of equipment, ambulance, and fire truck to ensure they are in working order to respond to emergencies.
- Perform triage and a variety of emergency medical treatments as an BLS provider as well as provide continuing care while enroute to the hospital.
- Follow West Virginia State Office of EMS protocols which include both invasive and non-invasive medical treatments. Skills/Therapies are included but not limited to assessment and evaluation of the ill and injured, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation, administration of medications, applications of dressings and bandages, advanced airways management, and immobilizations.
- Operate an ambulance and fire apparatus in a safe manner driving both emergency and non-emergency both on public roadways and motorsports tracks.
- Work alongside and coordinate patient care with other members of the emergency services team to ensure all work safely together and for the best outcome of the patient.
- Employ safe lifting and moving techniques.
- Act as a mentor/preceptor for new hire EMTs, Paramedics and Firefighters.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with both clients, coworkers, and over the radio channels.
- Complete run sheets and other required documentation in their entirety in a clear and through manner.
- Coordinate with EMS crew on safe extrication and rescue efforts.
- Coordinate landing zones when needed for emergency evacuations.
- Performed related duties as assigned.
- Maintain all required certifications for the Paramedic position.
Job Requirements and Qualifications: Required: - High school diploma or equivalent, National Registry Paramedic or WV Paramedic Certification.
- Training requirements include; Valid Drivers License, certified in emergency vehicle operations (EVOC), BLS CPR certified, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), International Training Life support (ITLS)/ Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Pediatric Education for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Hazmat Awareness, MCI 1 & 2, NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Must be able to work some weekends.
Physical Requirements: - Physical effort involves for indefinite periods of time, mobility within an office and field environment; subject to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, toxic chemicals, dust/mites, fumes, odors, explosives, firearms and ammunition, electrical, and mechanical hazards; exposure to extreme heat or cold, noise, heights; walking, twisting body, stooping, standing, squatting, sorting, sitting, seeing, hearing, running, pushing, pulling, lifting, dragging; carrying in excess of 150 lbs., lifting above shoulder level, use of both hands and legs; climbing, crawling, reading, critical decision making. Stress may also be encountered due to high acuity situations.
Work Conditions : - Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Normal hours will be flexible shifts, weekdays and weekends.
Preferred: - 1 year of active 911 experience as a Paramedic is desired.
Summit Point Raceway Associates Inc. provides equal opportunity to all applicants for employment as required by and/or consistent with applicable country law and company policy. Consistent with the foregoing, Summit Point Raceway Associates Inc. provides qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veterans status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status(s) protected by law. In the United States, Summit Point Raceway Associates Inc. ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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