Performs a primary and secondary survey on every patient to ensure that all illnesses or injuries are found and treated rapidly . Ensures that all the proper equipment is brought to the patient to begin immediate medical care as required. Ensures that the patient maintains a patent airway and uses several different airway devices up to the ET tube based on the situation. Controls all major bleeding and uses acceptable techniques when applying direct pressure, elevation or pressure points to the use of a tourniquet. Transports patients safely and to the facility of choice on all calls and recognizes the need to transport critical patient to the closest hospital. Contacts medical control and relays patient reports over the radio to the physician in-charge and follows direct order to continue care while in transport to the hospital. Documents in descriptive legible form on the PCR the patient’s condition, noting initial impression, medical history and any treatment rendered noting pertinent negatives/positives. Keeps dispatch informed of departures, arrivals and any other related important information via the radio at all times. Applies the needed skills to replace and repackage all equipment that is used during a call. EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS 2 years of EMS related experience required. EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS - High School Diploma/ GED required. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSNREMT-PEMT-P State of La. CPR Certification. Defensive Driving. Hazmat Awareness. ACLSPALS within 6 months. CPI within 90 days. Chauffer’s license or equivalent. WORK SHIFT: Variable Hours (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary. About East Jefferson General Hospital. East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital. Your extras. Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do. You are welcome here.