Emergency Department Paramedic
About The Position
Join Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital, a Magnet Hospital recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and provide care in its Level II Trauma Center Emergency Department. The department specializes in general emergency and trauma care, sepsis care, and SANE services. As an Emergency Department Paramedic, you will provide immediate medical treatment, including advanced life support, to patients with critical injuries, illnesses, and other concerns. The role requires rapid thinking and processing in time-sensitive emergencies, contributing to patient outcomes and supporting patients, families, and caregivers. This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working shifts that vary between 12:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. The paramedic assists with patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Requirements
- Complete an accredited EMS-Paramedic training program.
- Hold current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) in Ohio.
- Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Hold Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
- Obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or within one year of the start date in the Emergency Department.
- Have clinical experience through an EMS Paramedic training program.
- Meet the physical demands of moving and lifting patients, extensive standing and walking, and medium work involving specified force exertion.
Nice To Haves
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS).
- One year of experience as an EMT-P.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care in the Emergency Department under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Obtain and record vital signs.
- Perform EKGs, CPR, phlebotomy, and oral, nasal, and ET suctioning.
- Initiate cardiac monitoring, oxygen therapy, and saline locks.
- Notify the RN and/or physician of rhythm changes.
- Apply orthopaedic appliances and simple splints.
- Size crutches and teach crutch walking.
- Assist with equipment setup and procedures, including chest tubes, gastric lavage, and LP.
- Assist with restraint and seclusion of patients and apply restraint devices.
- Transport patients and specimens.
- Assist with sterile procedures and clean and maintain supplies and equipment.
- Maintain confidentiality and respect patient privacy.
- Perform fluid and drug administration.
- Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
