paramedics

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS


  • Advanced Life Support Paramedic qualification or equivalent, holding a valid professional registration with a government or national regulatory body
  • At least three years of recent postgraduate clinical experience as Advanced Life Support Paramedic (5 years required for ECT Paramedics)
  • ACLS or ALS Certification required for employment
  • PALS and ATLS Certification strongly recommended
  • Fluency in English Language required -  both spoken and written
  • Computer literacy - proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite is required, including good typing skills
  • Electronic Health Records - required experience with health IT systems
  • Customer Service - outstanding interpersonal- and communication skills to deliver high levels of patient satisfaction
  • Additional Training - Intensive  Care, Emergency Care, Trauma Life Support, and Advanced Paediatric Life Support are preferred, but not essential
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​POSITION DESCRIPTION

                                                                                    
Paramedics are first responders and provide triage and initial medical care for patients before more advanced care needs.

Responsibilities include:
  • Act as first responders for onboard emergencies, perform triage, provide on-scene treatment, and transfer patients to the medical center for continued care. Perform similar activities on private islands ashore
  • Assess patients and provide treatment and advice for specific conditions
  • Perform administrative tasks under the supervision of the Senior Nurse, including patient billing
  • Perform equipment checks
  • Pharmacy dispensing and supplies inventory management
  • Participate in drills, inspections, and training
  • Perform X-rays
  • Perform laboratory tests
  • Provide outstanding customer service to a diverse patient population
  • Provide general and emergency medical care in an outpatient/inpatient or critical care setting

​BENEFITS

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  • Competitive salary and remuneration package
  • Flights to and from country of residence
  • Single accommodation (normally with double berth), with en-suite facilities
  • Tours of duty are of approximately four months' duration followed by a 4-8 week vacation, resulting in approximately 240 days worked per year
  • Access to many of the passenger facilities on board
  • Spouse, Partner or Relatives travel concessions {Subject to 1 year's service)
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