ED Paramedic - Day Shift - Full Time - Marrero ED

Ochsner Health•Marrero, LA

23h

About The Position

The ED Paramedic assists the hospital in caring for patients and performs specialized technical skills and treatments within their level of knowledge and license, under physician supervision. The role provides direct patient care and may include wound treatment, medication administration under established protocols, blood draws, splinting, Foley catheter insertion, use of a glucometer and other specified equipment, vital-sign measurement, and IV fluid administration. The paramedic may carry out preset protocols and physician-ordered standing orders. The position supports physicians, nursing staff, and hospital administration by following established objectives, policies, and procedures, including EMTALA requirements. The paramedic documents patient-related tasks accurately, adapts communication and care to each patient population, and maintains compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. Clinical duties are defined through orientation and skills checkoffs, with ongoing annual competency assessment. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a patient-care role in a healthcare environment. Routine duties involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and potential communicable diseases; the work environment may also involve occupational exposure to hazardous medications or waste. The physical demands are classified as Medium Work, including exertion of 20–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an approved Paramedic Program.
Paramedic license in the state of practice.
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification as a Paramedic.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Obtain Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification within 30 days of hire.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software, and keyboarding.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
Effective planning, organizing, and time-management skills.
Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with their management.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care within the scope of the paramedic license under physician supervision.
Perform authorized clinical treatments, which may include wound care, medication administration under established protocols, blood draws, splinting, Foley insertion, glucometer and I-STAT use, vital-sign measurement, and IV fluid administration.
Administer preset protocols and physician-ordered standing orders.
Complete clinical skills checkoffs during orientation and maintain competency through annual assessments.
Support physicians, nursing staff, and hospital administration by following established objectives, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
Accurately document patient-related tasks.
Adapt care, explanations, introductions, requests for permission, and communication style to the patient population.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
Immediately report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.