At South Shore Health, we come together to improve the health of our family, friends, and neighbors by delivering exceptional care in every setting. South Shore Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is seeking a full-time Paramedic to provide advanced life support (ALS) care in the pre-hospital environment and support the continued growth of our community-based EMS system. This role is responsible for responding to emergency requests, delivering high-quality patient care in accordance with approved protocols, and supporting hospital operations as assigned.

Responsibilities:

● Respond to requests for ALS intervention in a timely, safe, and professional manner in accordance with Massachusetts law, department policies, and medical control direction

● Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver advanced life support care following Region IV protocols, approved Paramedic policies, and within scope of practice

● Serve as team leader on emergency scenes, directing EMTs and coordinating effectively with fire, police, dispatch, and other public safety partners

● Complete accurate and timely clinical and operational documentation, including run reports, trip logs, patient refusals, narcotics documentation, and billing information

● Ensure ambulance vehicles, equipment, and supplies are fully stocked, clean, secure, and ready for response at all times; report and address equipment issues promptly

● Participate in hospital-based assignments as credentialed, continuing education, skill maintenance, staff meetings, professional development, and community outreach activities

Qualifications:

● Massachusetts EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) certification and successful completion of an accredited Paramedic education program required

● Prior experience providing pre-hospital emergency care required; critical care and ALS transfer experience preferred

● Current ACLS and BLS certifications required; PALS and NRP preferred

● Valid driver’s license with verification of an acceptable motor vehicle record required at hire and annually thereafter

● Community Paramedic training preferred, with strong clinical judgment, communication skills, professionalism, and ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments

More About South Shore Hospital

South Shore Hospital is Southeastern Massachusetts’s leading provider of emergency, acute and outpatient care. We are consistently recognized for quality of care, including being recognized as a Top General Hospital by the Leapfrog Group. Our hospital has also received Magnet Recognition Program designation, a distinction only 8% of U.S. hospitals achieve. Join us in providing world-class care to the communities of the South Shore.

Living On the South Shore

Located South of Boston, but within easy driving or boating distance of greater New England, the South Shore is a wonderful place to live. No matter your interest: history, the beach, music, art, shopping, fine cuisine, foliage, sports – we have it all. And with some of the best schools in the country, from kindergarten to college, this is a great place to raise a family.

Req# R-21551

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EOE

Pay: $25.25 - $35.36 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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