ALS Technical Partner (Paramedic) Flex Per Diem - Gilbertsville

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Gilbertsville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. ALS TECHNICAL PARTNER (PARAMEDIC) FLEX PER DIEM LVH - GILBERTSVILLE NEIGHBORHOOD HOSPITAL Summary The ALS Technical Partner is an EMT-P who assists in providing quality care both directly and indirectly to patients throughout their treatment course within the Emergency Department (ED). The ALS Technical Partner will work in cooperation with the treatment team (providers, nurses, ancillary support, etc.) to provide professional care to patients seeking treatment in the ED. The ALS Technical Partner will function in adherence to established policies and procedures in a manner conducive to the safety and comfort of the patient. ALS Technical Partners will be under the direct supervision of the ED providers and nurses.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Ability to assess needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families.
Ability to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and/or paper documentation tools.
Demonstrates age-specific competencies in the care of neonates, infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, school aged, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
Must be able to apply advance knowledge and training, developing and executing a plan of care, and rapidly intervene in life-saving procedures.
ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association Upon Hire
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association Upon Hire
BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire
PA EMT-P Paramedic - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or Paramedic - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree
2 years experience in advanced life support service.
PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Upon Hire
Paramedic - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Upon Hire

Responsibilities

Participates in an individualized patient care plan as established by the treatment team.
Implements orders/directives consistently, promptly, and accurately while being able to identify the purpose of each order/directive.
Independently, within scope, performs clinical tasks and procedures.
Assists with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Participates as a member of appropriate emergency response teams (dependent upon facility structure) including but not limited to RRTs, code blues, and trauma activations practicing within their EMT-P scope of practice to assist the team.
Assists Registered Nurse in the transport of critically ill/injured patients and assists in monitoring respiratory status, endotracheal tube position, oxygenation, and ventilation.
Serves as a department liaison for EMS, both air and ground.
Ensures EMS equipment is properly taken care of including retrieval, cleaning, storage, and return to EMS agencies.
Assists in restocking of EMS agencies.
Assists in coordinating decontamination/mass casualty events.