Amusement Park Health Responder (GURNEE)

Overview:As a non-transport provider, the Paramedic's primary tasks are to initiate basic and advanced life support care to ill and injured guests and team members, and respond to medical/trauma calls in an amusement park setting. All Paramedics need to have strong work ethic and be must able to operate within I.D.P.H. Region X's EMT-P scope of practice.Responsibilities:Provide basic and advanced emergency and non-emergency medical care to team members and guests in accordance with established park and Region X System protocols.Triage patients when multiple calls or patients overwhelm available personnel; make appropriate determinations about dispositions and transportsUse an electronic tablet for documenting reportsComplete checks on bags, monitors, drugs, vehicles, and treatment areas before, during, and after each shift; restock supplies as necessary.Assist BLS crews on calls when requested and sufficient personnel are available.Assist Paramedic and EMT-B Supervisors with skills training of EMT-B personnelSafely operate department vehiclesAnswer calls for emergency assistance via telephone and radioPerform drug and alcohol screens on team members in accordance with park policiesTransport team members to off-site acute care facilities for occupational health servicesMaintain a clean work area; perform basic cleaning of First Aid facilities (mop floors, vacuum carpets, empty trash cans, wipe down counters and beds, First Aid van is vacuumed and cleaned; etc.)Complete safety ride audits and safety inspections at direction of Safety staff and First Aid Supervisors and LeadsMaintain a professional relationship with guests and team membersMaintain grooming standards according to the standard and policies set by Six Flags Great America and the Safety DepartmentAdhere to all park labor policies pertaining to breaks taken, length of shift and types of work performedQualifications:Age Requirement: 18 years or olderEducation: High school diploma or GEDLicensure and Certification:Current Illinois Department of Public Health (D.P.H.) Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic License. Wisconsin License or National Registry License must meet reciprocity requirements with I.D.P.H.Current American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider CPR/AED CertificationValid Driver's LicenseMust meet Region X system entry requirements through Highland Park HospitalObtain and maintain a valid Park Vehicle Operator's PermitStrong written and verbal communicationsBasic knowledge of computers and copiersReliable means of transportation to and from workKnowledge of, and ability to use, all EMS equipment used in the park (cardiac monitor/defibrillator, pulse oximeter, stair chair, etc)Ability to handle moderate levels of stress related to high work loadSafety awareness and general housekeepingFlexible to changesAvailable to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidaysMust be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditionsMust be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitudeMust have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others