ER Paramedic

Candidate is responsible for providing emergency care and services according to Hospital policy and departmental procedures, established protocols and oral and written orders within scope of practice as directed by licensed staff. Requires the ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions; Requires current paramedic certification for PA and current CPR certification. Physical Standards: Constantly: (Exists 75% or more of the time) Standing; walking. Frequently: (Exists 25-75% of the time) Reaching (forward, lateral, low); stooping (bend at waist); crouching (bend at knees); twisting; balance; lifting 5-25 lbs.

; carrying 0-25 lbs.; pushing and pulling >100 lbs. (help is available);exposure to infect hazards. Occasionally: (Exists 5- 25% of the time) Kneeling; 0-5 lbs and 25-40 lbs.; carrying 10-25 lbs.; pushing and pulling 75-100 lbs. (help is available); exposure to radiation. Rarely: (Exists under 5% of the time) Sitting with and without back support; reaching (overhead); climbing; crawling; carrying 25-40 lbs.

; pushing and pulling 0-40 lbs.; exposure to chemical hazards, moving machinery, slippery floors; Sensory Requirements: Visual: close paperwork; Hearing: conversation, background noise; Sensory Discrimination (hot/cold, sharp/dull).