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Spaulding Clinical Research
West Bend, WI
SPAULDING CLINICAL aims to be the clinical research organization by which all others are measured. Pioneering in our approach to redefining how the industry perceives and achieves success; passionate in our pursuit of ingenious solutions that mitigate risk; loving in our care for our volunteers, customers and employees; and heroic in our ambitions to ensure the health and safety of people around the globe – Spaulding Clinical is taking research beyond results to create a marketplace of safer drugs.
Are you looking for that perfect side gig to advance your skills, and in the meantime, learn all there is to know about clinical research? Come join our staff here at Spaulding Clinical!
Position Snapshot:
Flexible hours with the option of 4 hour, 8 hour, or 12 hour shifts
Earn up to $41.00 per hour
(with base wage, per diem premium, and shift differentials)
Must have a valid Wisconsin Paramedic License or be Nationally Registered
Job Summary:
As a Paramedic you will assist in the execution of clinical trials according to specific study protocol. This may include such duties as, but not limited to, AE/CM, drug administration/accountability, dose verification, performing Read Rebreathing procedures, collecting data points, and overall observation and monitoring of respiratory status and keeping the Principle Investigator of the study informed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collect Data points
Monitor respiratory status and keep PI informed.
Operate procedure software
Obtains and accurately documents structured subject medical, surgical and medication history
Administers study drug and any other protocol-required medications, while accurately ensuring the 5 Rights of Medication Administration (the right subject, the right drug, the right dose, the right route, and the right time)
Performs dose verification, assisting during dose administration to accurately verify subject identity and dosing labeling, as additional quality check.
Contributes and is accountable for secure and appropriate storage of all drug supplies after removing from pharmacy.
Records subject Adverse Events with proper escalation to medical or Charge Staff for evaluation and treatment as warranted.
Performs additional task list items as delegated and supervised by Charge Staff.
Reviews Study Specific Trainings and applicable protocols for a thorough understanding of the study procedures, as they apply to their role and ensures that Delegation of Authority/Training Log for each study is completed in a proper and timely manner.
Keeps abreast of SOPs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ICH guidelines, state and national laws and ethical standards.
Observes and maintains all HIPAA, OSHA, and Exposure Control regulations and Emergency Response as required by applicable training.
Creates and maintains accurate records of all protocol activities and events, as delegated and trained.
Follows progress of volunteers and provides for their care, comfort and safety by attending to their needs during study participation.
Participates in quality assurance of clinical research projects and initiates the need for same as it impacts on clinical practice.
The Statements made in the job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of people assigned to this job.
Skills/Qualifications:
Ability to read, write, and interpret the English language.
A strong ability to meet deadlines.
A strong ability to multitask and prioritize.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow detailed procedures
Basic computer skills
Dependable
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include clarity of vision both near and far.
Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
Hazards:
Potential for exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens
Education and Experience:
Must have a valid Wisconsin Paramedic License or be Nationally Registered
BLS required, ACLS preferred
Spaulding Clinical Research management has the discretion to hire personnel with a combination of experience and education which may vary from the above listed skills and qualifications.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Spaulding Clinical does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business need. Simply put, we celebrate diversity in all forms and have zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or plain hate.
Williamson County EMS (Texas)
Georgetown, TX
Reporting directly to a Lieutenant or Commander, responsible for providing pre-hospital clinical medicine in response to 911 calls. Operates and maintains medical equipment and emergency vehicles.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Provides pre-hospital care based on Scope of Care
Operates standard equipment; such as stretchers, patient care monitors and diagnostic equipment
Operates Emergency Medical Services (EMS) vehicles under normal and emergency situations
Assures vehicles are adequately stocked and in proper working order
Maintains and troubleshoots medical equipment
Assess emergency scenes and gives direction to patients, first responders, and/or bystanders
Utilizes electronic communication including portable and mobile radios, electronic patient care records, and computer aid dispatching equipment
Extricates persons from vehicles, bends and lifts, and performs CPR for extended periods of time
Functions independently once credentialed by the Medical Director
Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas
Maintains credentialing by the Medical Director
Performs special duties as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
Reports directly to – Lieutenant or Commander
Direct Reports – No
Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle and emergency equipment under normal and emergency conditions without any equipment modifications specific to any individual operator
Position involves prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, lifting, climbing, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities
Position involves accessing patients on foot over rough terrain and obstacles
Position involves hearing audible sounds and speaking in a clear, understandable voice
Position involves extricating persons from vehicles
Position involves partner to carrying equipment and patients weighing up to 225 pounds
Physical Abilities
Must be able to perform strenuous physical requirements such as CPR, lifting and moving of equipment and patients in a variety of environmental conditions
Fine Motor Skills
Must be able to perform required medical skills and techniques, such as bandaging, splinting, establishing an IV, performing endotracheal intubation and other advanced airway techniques, manual defibrillation, pleural decompression, and pericardiocentesis
Vision
Must have correctable vision acceptable for day and night operation of emergency vehicles
Must have color acuity adequate for determination of skin and blood color
Must be able to read medication dosages on drug labels and syringes
Hearing
Must be able to hear and understand information provided by patients, family, or bystanders
Must be able to hear breath sounds and accurately determine auscultated blood pressures
Must be able to differentiate separate conversations in active distracting environments
Must be able to hear and understand radio traffic when responding with lights and sirens
Speech
Must be able to speak and enunciate clearly and at a level audible to others in loud conditions
Must be able to speak clearly in stressful situations
Must be able to verbally communicate with patients, families, and other emergency personnel
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
May be required to work in inclement weather, including extreme heat, cold and wet conditions
High-volume, fast-paced environment dealing with life-threatening situations
Constant contact with the public under duress and in crisis situations
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent
Working knowledge of EMS operations, systems, and procedures
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
Certified or licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services as a paramedic
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700 and 800
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited paramedic program
Associate degree in a related field
One (1) year of experience as a 911 field paramedic
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
Criminal background check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
Drug screening: Yes
Physical exam: Yes
Psychological exam: No
Additional: Tuberculosis, Office of Inspector General (OIG) List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) database clearance
IRREGULAR HOURS
Works 24 hour shifts, overtime when required and attends all mandatory in-service training
Evening and weekend and holiday hours are required as needed.
Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS:
Non-exempt (Hourly)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, HR101, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilco.org.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco and non-tobacco products such as vapor, e-cigarettes and the use of chewing tobacco or like products is prohibited on all Williamson
County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Assistant EMS Chief – Operations
Manatee County Emergency Medical Services
Bradenton, FL
Providing quality customer service to our citizens, business owners and visitors is Manatee County Government’s top priority, and that starts with our employees. We value Accountability, Civility, and Ethics in everything we do, and we look for friendly, innovative employees who share those values.
Manatee County Emergency Medical Services is the primary 911-emergency response service to the citizens and visitors of Manatee County. We operate over 21 ALS and BLS units, consisting of ambulances, firefighter paramedics in fire apparatus, supervisory staff, and community paramedics. During 2022 these units responded to over 57,000 calls for service. We are a third service provider, meaning we are government run emergency medical system that is not fire department based. We serve a population of over 403,000 people. We respond to all prehospital medical calls for service in the 748 square miles of Manatee County and 150 miles of coastal water ways.
As an Emergency Medical Services Operations Assistant Chief, you will command the Operations Section of the Manatee County EMS Division. This individual will manage all field operations and emergency responses of Manatee County EMS personnel/units. You will ensure adequate staffing and scheduling of personnel for day-to-day operations, as well as increased demands for service during peak call volumes. The Operations Assistant Chief will assist the EMS Division Chief in the management and oversight of the EMS Division.
What Manatee County Government Offers
Comprehensive benefits package – Your Choice Manatee Health Plan
Generous vacation/sick leave, 11 paid holidays
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Tuition reimbursement
Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
Job Description
What You Will Do
Develop, motivate, and lead a high-performance Operations Leadership Team.
Oversees and coordinates adequate resource and staffing requirements for daily EMS Operations.
Demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism and customer service.
Contribute to EMS System decision making and working collaboratively with Senior EMS Leadership to strategically align division Goals and Strategy.
Responds to emergencies including field emergency response as a primary care provider, as a command member, and to observe system/provider performance. Responds to major events either in the field or as a member of the emergency operations center.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate will possess progressively responsible supervisory experience in a municipal 911 paramedic-level EMS system.
Must be thoroughly familiar with and be able to initiate and manage an emergency incident according to the National Incident Management System.
Poses strong organization, prioritization, analytical, and problem-solving skills in order to effectively manage area of responsibility and attain goals set. Able to resolve difficult problems and situations.
Poses strong knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job responsibilities.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Pre-Employment Physical Requirements
Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and department-approved Agility Test.
*Note: Safety Sensitive position requires random drug testing.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Services, Public Safety Administration, Business Administration, or related field required, with a clear pattern of professional and personal development.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience within EMS as a Certified Paramedic or healthcare related environment including at least 3 years progressive leadership (recent) experience in an organization of significant size, complexity and diversity.
Current ACLS required.
Minimum of three (3) years management experience in a public emergency medical system; at least two (2) of which should be in a 911 response system operation.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Desired Skills/ Certifications
International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification, PEPP and/or PALS.
Completion of sixteen (16)-hour Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) or must satisfactorily complete within thirty (30) days of hire date.
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills
Must be thoroughly familiar with and be able to initiate and manage an emergency incident according to the National Incident Management System ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinate professional, supervisory, technical and/or support employees; ability to establish and maintain productive and harmonious working relationships with the public, employees, County agencies, and elected officials; ability to prepare technical and informative reports, ability to present complex information to varied audiences; ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Knowledge of modern pre-hospital emergency medical care methods.
Ability to effectively perform duties under varying and possibly extreme environmental and highly stressful conditions.
Skill in computer operations, including a specialized EMS operating system, and pertinent software applications, i.e., Word, Excel, etc.
Experience training new hires and existing staff, developing action plans and setting goals to enhance their strengths and improve their deficiencies, strong skills in critical care cases, triage, along with excellent team building skills.
Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, multi-task efficiently, work effectively in a team setting as well as independently, possess strong professional managerial, and communication skills, and demonstrate a sincere desire to exceed client expectations.
