Paramedic/Rescue (Pro Services) - Local to Richmond or Norfolk, VA

Total Safety is looking for a Paramedic to join their safety conscious team! The Paramedic responds to Emergency situations, staying within the requirements and restrictions of 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. Looking for someone who is comfortable working a Dupont or Panama 2-2-3 Schedule. 

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.

Essential Duties:     

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 all patients 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.

Performs health and hygiene inspections as required by customer.

Assists in accident investigation and reporting as required by customer.

Advises site supervisor of any trends in health problems and/or medical cases which may indicate food, water or air quality problems. Consults with supervisory personnel and individual workers concerning disease control

programs, vaccination programs, and general health/medical questions as they arise.

Trained, authorized and certified to work both onshore and offshore exploration and production.

Assists with special projects as assigned

Additional Roles and Responsibilities:

In addition to the primary tasks associated with the position being applied for, please be aware that all personnel applying to this position will also be required to attend and successfully complete the following company provided training:

Confined Space Rescue – Operations Level

HazWoper 40hr      

CPR / First Aid / AED

All training materials, certifications, uniforms and necessary materials will be provided by the company.

Skills and Experience:     

A minimum of one (1) year of experience working for an advanced life support EMS service, hospital, or US military.  

NR-EMT-P (National Registry – Emergency Medical Technicians) – Paramedic level certification, PHTLS (Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support) or ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) and BLS (Basic Life Support). ITLS (International Trauma Life Support) mandatory. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). Knowledge of laws concerning the safeguarding and disposing of classified medications.

Atmospheric Testing, Defensive Driving, Facility Inspection, Fall Protection, Fire Watch, HAZWOPER, HLO (Helicopter Landing Officer), Confined Space Rescue/High Angle Rescue, and Certified Rigger/Competent Rigger, Certified First Aid / CPR Instructor as required by EMS Manager and customer.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and other data base software. Ability to quickly learn new software applications utilized by company.

Must understand all applicable legal, moral and ethical issues surrounding emergency medical service. Possesses critical reasoning skills and is capable of applying them effectively in stressful situations.

Displays confidence and accepts the challenge and high degree of responsibility entailed in this position. Must possess leadership skills and display ability to direct others to assist as needed.

Demonstrates effective of communication (verbal, written & listening) and interpersonal skills.

Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.

Working Environment:     

Combination of office and field / production environments. Some exposure to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. Travel to and from customer sites.

Educational Requirements:     

High School diploma or GED and at least three (3) years progressive safety and health related experience and in overseeing contractor safety management. Previous experience in refinery operations is preferred. Associate degree preferred.

Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.     

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