Summary
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group lists this paramedic opportunity under WA'ED Paramedic Empowerment in Riyadh. The role provides emergency care before hospital admission and during patient transport, including resuscitation, patient assessment, monitoring and operation of emergency equipment. Duties also include maintaining medical supplies and the ambulance, driving when needed, and supporting patients’ families. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Services, BCLS and ACLS provider certifications, Trauma Life Support, and Saudi Council licensing; fresh graduates may apply, with one year of experience preferred.
The posting
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Job Purpose / Objective
Administering emergency medical care to injured and critically ill in an emergency environment or while transporting them to other medical facility as a member of an emergency medical team
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
- Provide care in the process of resuscitate patients in an emergency before hospital admission.
- Determine the priority under the supervision of line manager for required emergency care as outlined.
- Determine nature and extent of injury or illness and record patient information and vital signs.
- Provide medical care during emergency situations, such as CPR, AED, control bleeding, prevent spinal damages, etc.
- Lift and move patients as necessary for treatment and transportation to medical facilities.
- Monitor patient’s conditions and stabilizations while en-route to the hospitals.
- Operate emergency medical apparatus and equipment.
- Drive ambulance as needed.
- Maintain inventory of medical equipment and supplies and ensure equipment are working properly.
- Keep vehicle clean and in efficient operating condition.
- Help to calm down the family members of the victim and the public at the scene.
- Provide patient and family education as per the needs.
- Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
- Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect and dignity.
- Perform other applicable task and duties assigned within the realm of his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.
Requirements
Education/ Professional Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Medical Services
Experience
- Fresh Graduate; preferably with one year experience
Professional Licensing / Certification / Training
- BCLS, ACLS provider & Trauma Life Support
- Saudi Council