Offshore Paramedic; GOM

Total Safety is seeking an Offshore Paramedic to join a safety-conscious team. The Offshore Paramedic responds to emergency and non-emergency medical situations, staying within the requirements and restrictions of the level of training at all times. Administers the best treatment and follow-up plan possible for all Emergency and Non-Emergency Medical situations as they arise. Assists in identifying hazards and assessing the risks and planning practical and effective solutions towards safe working practices in compliance with client’s standards.

Total Safety is the world’s premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.

Total Safety operates from 176 locations in 20 countries to ensure the safe Wellbeing of Workers Worldwide (W3).

Total Safety is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with Total Safety, please contact Human Resources at . (For telecommunications device for the hearing impaired – TTY, please contact 711).

• Administers the best treatment and follow-up plan for sick and injured (emergency and non-emergency) personnel according to established medical protocols; staying within the requirements and restrictions of level of training at all times.
• Provides both basic and advanced life support, including comprehensive patient assessment, invasive airway management, cardiac monitoring and administration of medications.
• Completes extensive written documentation on patient condition and treatment provided.
• Follows HIPAA privacy guidelines and Total Safety policies & procedures.
• Maintains accurate patient records for emergency or non-emergency care. Maintains direct contact with TS Medical Director in all cases.
• Maintains medical supply inventory to assure proper levels for patient care. Maintains a current copy of Total Safety Medical Guidelines on location. Maintains narcotics under controlled security.
• Cleans all equipment following appropriate disinfecting procedures. Decontaminates treatment area and equipment after treatment of a patient with contagious infection or hazardous materials exposure. Disposes of medical and hazardous waste according to established procedures.
• Teaches First Aid / CPR classes as needed by site supervisor. May teach other safety related classes if certified and as required.

Orientation of All Personnel Visiting the Site:

• Review Operator/Contractor’s General Safety Rules.
• Have Personnel sign a copy of the General Safety Rules and file this document.
• Inform personnel of onsite emergency procedures and well site evacuation plan. Review Operator/Contractor’s contraband policies (firearms, ammunition, drugs, and alcohol).
• Review prescription/non-prescription drug policy (if applicable). Go over any prohibited medications and/or restricted medications. Review drug container policy for prescription drugs. Document any drugs brought onto location and file these documents. Procure doctor’s release forms for any prescription drugs (if required) and file these documents.
• Check to ensure personnel have proper PPE (head, eye, foot & ear protection). Check to ensure personnel have proper fall protection PPE, if needed.
• Review JSA policy with all personnel.
• Make sure personnel have a current JSA for the task(s) they will perform. Instruct personnel in JSA preparation procedures if they need help. Review ‘Short Service Employee’ policy with all effected personnel.
• Identify any SSE’s and make sure they have any applicable SSE form filled out.…