Paramedic | Sparks, NV | Per Diem
When every second counts, you need someone who can stay calm, think fast, and deliver exceptional care when it matters most. We’re seeking an experienced Paramedic to join a dedicated emergency medical services team in Sparks, NV.
If you’re looking for a flexible Per Diem opportunity that lets you put your emergency care expertise to work, this could be the perfect fit.
Job Details
- Position: Paramedic
- Location: Sparks, NV
- Employment Type: Per Diem
- Shift: Day Shift
- Shift Length:12 Hours
- Experience Required: 1 Year
- Pay Rate:$33 to $43 per hour
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide advanced emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital and emergency situations
- Perform rapid and comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment and transport needs
- Provide advanced life support (ALS) interventions within scope of practice and established EMS protocols
- Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation, and other critical patient indicators
- Administer medications and perform emergency medical procedures as authorized
- Perform airway management and advanced respiratory interventions when clinically indicated
- Provide cardiac monitoring, defibrillation, cardioversion, and other emergency cardiac care as required
- Provide trauma care, including bleeding control, spinal precautions, splinting, and other emergency interventions
- Provide emergency care to adult and pediatric patients
- Safely transport patients while continuously monitoring and reassessing their condition
- Communicate patient status and treatment information effectively to receiving facilities and healthcare professionals
- Complete accurate and timely patient care reports and clinical documentation
- Inspect, maintain, and restock emergency medical equipment, medications, and supplies
- Participate in emergency preparedness, disaster response, and incident command activities as required
- Follow EMS protocols, OSHA standards, HIPAA regulations, infection prevention practices, and patient safety requirements
- Maintain professionalism and compassion when working with patients and families during stressful or emergency situations
Required Certifications & Credentials
- Current NREMT Paramedic Certification
- Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Current AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Current ITLS or PHTLS
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- ICS 700
- ICS 800