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ILS Paramedic

ILS Paramedic

Via Medica IntlCape Town, ZA
30+ days ago
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Job description

The Intermediate Life Support Paramedic provides essential medical care in emergency situations, offering a level of care that includes some advanced procedures but not the full spectrum of advanced life support.

ILS Paramedics are equipped to handle a variety of emergency scenarios with a focus on stabilizing patients and ensuring safe transport to medical facilities.

Key Responsibilities : Emergency Response : Respond promptly to emergency calls, assessing and addressing patient needs in critical situations.

Use medical knowledge and equipment to stabilize patients, including advanced procedures specific to ILS training.

Patient Care : Administer medications and treatments as per ILS protocols, such as certain types of intravenous fluids, and medications.

Provide advanced airway management, including advanced techniques like bag-mask ventilation and, in some cases, advanced intubation.

Assessment and Monitoring : Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine the severity of their condition and appropriate treatment.

Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments as necessary to stabilize patients.

Transportation : Transport patients safely to medical facilities while continuing to provide necessary care and monitoring.

Communicate with receiving facilities about the patient’s condition and treatments provided.

Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance : Ensure that medical equipment and supplies are in working order and properly stocked.

Conduct routine checks and maintenance of emergency vehicles and equipment.

Documentation : Accurately document patient care, including assessment findings, treatments administered, and patient responses.

Ensure documentation meets legal and organizational standards for record-keeping.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with other emergency medical personnel, including EMTs, advanced paramedics, and hospital staff.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Training and Development : Engage in ongoing education and training to maintain ILS certification and stay updated on medical protocols and advancements.

Participate in drills and exercises to maintain skills and readiness.

Skills and Qualifications : Education and Certification : Completion of a recognized Intermediate Life Support training program.

Certification or licensure as an Intermediate Life Support Paramedic, as required by local or national regulatory bodies.

Medical Knowledge : Proficiency in advanced patient assessment and intermediate-level medical procedures.

Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to administer a range of medications and treatments.

Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

Ability to provide clear, concise reports and updates to receiving medical facilities.

Problem-Solving : Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make quick, informed decisions in emergency situations.

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