Mine Paramedic

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

The mission and purpose of this position are to compassionately 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, and stabilizes routine and urgent patients within the scope of practice and standing orders established by the sponsoring physician (Paramedic), with expanded scope responsibilities
• Consult with Medical Director as needed
• Administer over the counter medications
• Ordering/restocking of medical supplies
• Medical health screenings
• Administering flu shots and maintain proper documentation
• Restocking of First Aid Bags
• Restock Stoke Baskets
• Restock First-Aid Kits
• 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.
• Act as team leader and take responsibility for scene management as needed.
• Monitor and maintain the general condition of the work area, keep it clean and stocked to maintain the image of Guardian Flight and GMR.
• Must stay current with advanced training, instructor credentials, and continuing education.
• Must successfully complete and remain current with MSHA required courses, participate in mine rescue drills; and must maintain all mine safety policies and complete all safety training.
• Ability to function independently and be a self-starter in isolated locations that have poor communication and no support agencies.
• Ability to climb a 75-foot vertical ladder with 50 lbs. of gear