PRN Clinical Care Coordinator (Paramedic/AEMT)

American Health Imaging•Birmingham, AL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

American Health Imaging 3T is seeking a qualified Advanced EMT or Paramedic to provide onsite clinical support at its Birmingham, Alabama imaging center. This PRN role provides staffing coverage as needed based on business needs and serves as an onsite clinical presence for contrast administration and as the first responder to medical emergencies. The coordinator works under the supervision of a licensed provider, provides care and life-support services within their scope of practice, and coordinates with 911 and emergency personnel when needed. The role also supports technologists and the patient care team to help ensure a safe, efficient, and positive patient experience. The position includes responding to emergencies; assessing patients and providing appropriate treatment; supporting patient preparation, imaging, contrast administration, and handoffs; monitoring schedules and patient flow; and documenting care. The coordinator also helps maintain a clean, stocked, and safe environment, prepares imaging rooms between patients, provides front-end coverage as needed, and completes required training and other assigned tasks. The role is based at the American Health Imaging 3T center at 3570 Grandview Pkwy, Suite 102, Birmingham, AL 35243. The center's hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the PRN schedule varies according to coverage needs. The physical requirements include standing, stooping, lifting, and walking without restrictions, with lifting up to 100 pounds maximum and frequent lifting or carrying of objects up to 50 pounds. The employee must also be able to see, hear, speak, write, and use a computer or keypad.

Requirements

Current license, certification, or credential as a Paramedic or Advanced EMT (AEMT).
Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
IV credentials or competency.
Knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, medications, and emergency response.
Knowledge of MRI safety and imaging center procedures.
Ability to follow company policies, protocols, HIPAA requirements, and safety guidelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.
Ability to remain calm and effective during difficult or emergency situations.
Ability to communicate with patients and coworkers with integrity and compassion.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to recognize service issues and escalate concerns appropriately.
Ability to stand, stoop, lift, and walk without restrictions; lift up to 100 pounds maximum and frequently lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to see, hear, speak, write, and use a computer or keypad.

Responsibilities

Create a positive patient and customer experience.
Serve as the onsite responder during medical emergencies and coordinate rapid response efforts.
Evaluate patients and provide appropriate care within education, training, certification, and scope of practice.
Provide Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support, as applicable to credentials and scope of practice.
Administer medications and treatments within scope of practice, including oxygen and glucose, and assist with epinephrine administration when appropriate.
Use clinical equipment and medications to stabilize patients and provide emergency response treatment.
Communicate and collaborate with police, fire departments, physicians, and other emergency personnel as needed; serve as the point of contact for emergency personnel responding to a 911 call.
Greet and escort patients to the changing room and briefly explain procedures.
Complete pre-exam screening and provide patient instructions.
Assist patients on and off the imaging table when requested by the technologist.
Support technologists during scans and contrast administration as needed.
Manage post-scan patient handoff.
Monitor center modality schedules, assist with patient flow, adjust schedules when necessary, and communicate changes to technologists.
Start IVs and administer contrast media as directed and according to protocol when permitted within credentials and scope of practice.
Document patient assessments, interventions, and responses to treatment.
Maintain a clean, organized, adequately stocked, and safe patient environment.
Maintain effective communication with center staff, the virtual licensed provider, and patients.
Attend required OSHA training, annual training, and mandatory company updates.
Prepare imaging rooms between patients, including changing table sheets and preparing appropriate equipment.
Help technologists stay on schedule by having the next patient ready.
Provide front-end coverage as needed and support efficient patient throughput throughout the center and across imaging modalities.
Complete other tasks and projects as assigned.