Paramedic - Emergency Department - Full Time

DescriptionSummary:Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. The Paramedic is a certified and/or licensed paramedic and is part of the hospital's Emergency Department patient care team. The ED Paramedic collaboratively works in a complementary and assistive role with nursing. Under the direct clinical supervision of the licensed physician present in the same area or adjacent area, the paramedic provides assistance and performs procedures, and is authorized to provide advanced life support, administer medications and perform a patient evaluation of signs and symptoms based on their field skill sets. The ED Paramedic assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment.Responsibilities:Completely operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers and glucometer readings under the direction of the licensed physicianPerforms phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered and inserts saline lock, Foley catheter and nasal gastric tubes under the direction of the licensed physicianAssist in patient care, obtains and documents vital signs, provides patient hygiene, maintains clear and respectful communications with patients, families and the healthcare teamMaintains a clean and safe environment, and manages all assigned supplies and equipmentDemonstrates proficiency in setting up and performing procedures as delegatedTransports patients to radiology xywuqvp and nursing units (except ICU) utilizing appropriate transport and monitoring equipmentIt is the responsibility of the Paramedic to comply with the Hospital's defined job description and competenciesPerforms other duties as assignedRequirements:Education/SkillsHigh School DiplomaLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsDL in state of employmentEMT P License in state of employmentBLSWork Schedule:3 Days - 12 HoursWork Type:Full Time