Overview

About Stephens County Hospital

For over 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a cornerstone of healthcare in the community, dedicated to delivering compassionate, professional care. Our team of approximately 475 employees shares a commitment to excellence and understands the profound value of good health.

Located in Toccoa, Georgia, our 96-bed acute care hospital serves a family-oriented community nestled in the scenic foothills of Northeast Georgia. Residents enjoy a variety of cultural, civic, and outdoor activities.

Stephens County Hospital is proud to be a member of the Georgia Hospital Association, American Hospital Association, and Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals, and is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s leading healthcare oversight organization.

Position: Paramedic / Advanced EMT – PRN

  • Schedule: 24-hour shifts, various days and times

The Paramedic/Advanced EMT responds to ambulance calls, providing medical assessment, treatment, and safe transport for patients in accordance with established protocols and state regulations.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Completion of an accredited Paramedic or EMT program

  • Licensed as a Paramedic through the Georgia Division of Public Health or licensed as a Georgia EMT

  • Valid Georgia driver’s license meeting insurability requirements

  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

  • Post-licensure training in Advanced Transport Ventilators and Blood Product Administration

Professional Requirements:

  • Adhere to hospital dress code; maintain a neat and professional appearance

  • Complete annual education and training requirements

  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times

  • Report to work promptly and as scheduled

  • Wear identification while on duty

  • Follow all applicable state, federal, and local regulations

  • Represent the hospital in a professional and positive manner

  • Participate in performance improvement initiatives and continuous quality improvement activities

  • Attend staff meetings and in-service sessions as required

Physical Requirements

  • May be required to sit or stand for extended periods

  • Ability to lift and maneuver stretchers and patients, frequently lifting up to 100 lbs and assisting with heavier loads

  • Climbing, balancing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and other movements necessary for patient care (including CPR)

  • Must maintain balance on uneven surfaces

  • Depth perception and clear vision required for driving

  • Effective verbal communication and hearing sufficient to interact with staff and patients

  • Work in high-stress, physically demanding environments, including exposure to various weather and environmental conditions

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Answer emergency calls and obtain key information including patient location, nature of the emergency, and contact information

  • Dispatch appropriate EMS units based on EMS Manager guidelines

  • Provide medical care at the scene and during transport for patients with:

    • Trauma

    • Cardiac emergencies

    • Burns

    • OB/GYN emergencies

    • Medical illnesses and injuries

  • Triage patients according to severity and condition

  • Communicate patient status to receiving facilities, including vital signs, medical history, treatments provided, and estimated time of arrival

  • Maintain accurate records of ambulance calls, mileage, and care provided

  • Complete GEMSIS Digital Patient Care Reports for each call

  • Check, maintain, and restock all equipment and supplies at the beginning and end of each shift

  • Ensure ambulance units are operational and ready for the next call

  • Perform procedures and monitor patients in accordance with Georgia Office of EMS and Trauma Scope of Practice SOP-2021

  • Execute other duties as assigned or required by the role

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stephens County Hospital is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.