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Must be adaptable to work both indoors and out, in all types of weather.
Must be in good physical condition to perform considerable lifting, kneeling and bending.
Must be adaptable to irregular periods of sleep that accompany irregular working hours, because emergency services function 24 hours a day.
Must be able to communicate verbally with patients and their significant others in diverse cultures and age groups and document in writing relevant information in writing.
Must have the ability to use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations while taking on the role of "leader".
Perform mathematical calculations/ratios and apply them in an expedient, accurate and practical manner.
Must be independent, confident and able to work without much structure.
Must be cognizant of all legal, ethical and moral obligations inherent with out of scope practice.
Must have good stable reasoning ability to draw valid conclusions expediently relevant to a patient's condition.
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