ED Paramedic - Ochsner Baton Rouge Emergency Room - Full Time, (11A-11P)

Ochsner Health•Baton Rouge, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This job assists the hospital in the care of patients and performs special technical skills/treatments according to level of knowledge under the supervision of a physician. Ochsner Health has made significant progress since opening in 1942, maintaining a commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. The organization values its dedicated employees, recognizing that their contributions are key to every award earned, record broken, and patient helped. At Ochsner, every role contributes to making a difference.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduation from an approved Paramedic Program
Paramedic License in the State of Practice
Certified with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as a Paramedic
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Self-directed including the ability to work independently.
Effective planning, organizing, and time management skills.
Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with management.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Hospital Experience
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) to be obtained within 90 days of hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care, within the scope of their license, with supervision from the physician. This may include the following: medical treatment of wounds at the basic/intermediate/advanced level, wound care, ability to administer medications by pre-established protocol which includes vasoactive medications, draw bloodwork, place splints/boots/etc., Foley insertion, use of glucometer, I-STAT, Kurin, vital signs (rectal temps/immunocompromised), and IV fluid administration.
The position may administer preset protocols and standing orders, as ordered by a physician.
Performs clinical job duties as defined in orientation packet for skills checkoff and monitored on an annual basis thereafter through annual competency assessment.
Supports physicians, nursing, and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
Accurately documents patient related tasks.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.