Paramedic Legal Defense




	Real Scenarios Investigations and discipline of California paramedics is on the rise. In 2007, the number of complaints against paramedics equaled nearly 4 for every 100 licensed California paramedics. More than half of the complaints against paramedics in 2007 are believed to have resulted from off-duty conduct. The following are examples of the kinds of real situations that have resulted in investigations or discipline of California paramedics. (The names, locales, and some of the details have been changed to protect the identities of the paramedics and their patients.) As can be seen, finding yourself under investigation and subject to discipline by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) can easily happen to you. Falsifying patient care reports, charts, or bills; Criminal convictions such as theft, vandalism, DUI, domestic violence, etc.; Juvenile criminal record; Failure to assess patients; Failure to transport patients to the hospital; “Irrational behavior;” “Unprofessional conduct;” Making false or misleading statements (including omissions) when applying for initial paramedic licensure or renewal; Gross negligence; Repeated negligent acts; Incompetence; Violations involving narcotics and other controlled substances; Physical disability; Performing outside the approved scope of practice; Performing without approved medical control; Cheating during examination process or continuing education; Violating statutes or regulations. For complete details and limitations about the Paramedic Legal Defense service please read the subscription agreement.

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