PRN Emergency Department Paramedic

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Oro Valley, AZ

About The Position

The Paramedic is responsible for providing high-quality patient care and technical support to patients of all age groups, from neonates through geriatrics. The role works closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide efficient, compassionate, patient-centered care. The Paramedic uses emergency response, patient assessment, and therapeutic intervention skills while following hospital policies, protocols, and standards of care. The position performs and documents patient care, coordinates care with registered nurses and other team members, monitors and communicates changes in patient status, administers medications using required safety checks and EMR scanning, and supports patient throughput. It also responds to emergencies using advanced life support techniques, operates and maintains medical equipment and supplies, and carries out other assigned duties. Regular, reliable attendance and compliance with policies and standards are required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited technical school program in Paramedic Science.
Current state-of-employment license or certification.
0–1 years of EMT-P experience required.
EMT certification or Paramedic licensure with the state registry/board required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
Proficiency in emergency medical procedures and advanced life support techniques.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure and delivering care.
Competence operating medical equipment and using EMR systems for documentation.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of acute care hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care tasks safely and competently in accordance with standards of care and hospital policies.
Coordinate patient care with registered nurses and interdisciplinary team members.
Recognize changes in patient status, promptly report observations to the RN, and assist with appropriate interventions.
Complete accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
Communicate professionally and empathetically with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families.
Administer medications safely in accordance with the five rights of medication administration, using EMR scanning to support accuracy.
Facilitate efficient patient throughput within the department.
Respond rapidly and effectively to emergencies using advanced life support techniques and medical interventions as required.
Operate and maintain medical equipment and supplies to ensure readiness and functionality.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.