Paramedic​/EMT-P; Bronx

Midwood EMS is seeking new and experienced Paramedics to work from our Bronx Base located in Westchester Square.

WHY WORK WITH MIDWOOD EMS:

• $1000 Sign‑On Bonus for Full‑Time Employees
• Flexible Schedules
• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Work Environment
• Friendly, Dedicated Coworkers

EMT‑Paramedics must possess current:

• New York State Certified EMT Paramedic Card
• REMSCO/REMAC Paramedic Certification
• Any and all other requirements for the position as determined by the New York State Department of Health or other regulating agency or statute.

The crew member who acts as the patient care attendant is responsible for all aspects of patient care, beginning with preparation of the patient compartment of the ambulance at the start of the shift.

The duties of the crew include but are not limited to:

The crew must arrive on time, in proper uniform, neat and clean and in possession of a New York State Emergency Medical Technician Certificate. Personal patient care equipment when present, must be in good working order and clean. Persons who do not meet these criteria will not be allowed to start work.

• Perform a visual inspection of the patient compartment, inside and out, for cleanliness and damage.
• Ensure access to and egress from the patient compartment via the rear and side doors.
• Clean the patient compartment and equipment as necessary
• Complete the inventory check sheet (Part 800 list).
• Replace damaged or missing items.
• Present the signed, dated check‑out sheet to the supervisor.

The crew is responsible to ensure that the ambulance is at all times in compliance with Sections 800.22, 800.23 and 800.24 of the New York State Department of Health regulations and applicable OSHA regulations. All patient care equipment must be clean and sanitary (except when sterile is required) and all equipment must function properly. Failure to carry out this responsibility will result in disciplinary action.

• Respond to all calls as directed by the dispatcher.
• Treat all patients in accordance with New York State Basic Life Support Protocols and applicable regional and local ALS protocols.
• Secure pertinent information and records from the discharge clerk or RN at the transferring facility.
• Introduce themselves to the patient and call the patient by proper name e.g., Mrs. or Mr.
• Tell the patient what is happening and where the patient is going.
• Transport all patients on the stretcher.
• Carry all patients to and from the ambulance ‑ none are to walk.
• Carefully monitor all patients during transport.
• Record changes in patient's condition during transport.
• Alter patient care in accordance with changes in the patient's condition.
• Take all patients to their assigned room at a medical facility or to their apartment on discharge.
• Patients are never to be left at the door.
• Properly complete the patient care record.
• Properly complete all company paperwork and obtain all necessary signatures for billing purposes.
• Report with the patient and records to the appropriate person at the receiving facility.
• Maintain professional demeanor and courteous interaction with all medical facility staff.
• Replace equipment in the ambulance as necessary to maintain compliance with State regulations and policy.
• Return the patient compartment to a condition of readiness for the next call.
• Notify dispatch of any change in patient’s destination.

Quality patient care is the primary goal of our company. All PCRs are subject to retrospective review by our Quality Assurance manager. Deficiencies in recording or in patient care will be promptly addressed in accordance with our current company Quality Assurance policy.

Ambulances are subject to inspection by representatives of the State EMS office without advance notice. Inspectors will show proper identification and conduct inspections on the spot.

In the event of an inspection, the crew must notify the dispatcher immediately, then cooperate fully with the inspector. As requested by the inspector, the crew will present or demonstrate any or all equipment on the ambulance.

At the completion of the inspection, the…