Lead Paramedic - Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

Mosaic Life Care•St. Joseph, MO

2d•$23 - $36

About The Position

This position works within the scope of his/her practice and the polices of the organization to meet the needs of the patient and/or families. Performs care of the patient as described and regulated by the Missouri Bureau of Emergency Medical Services via the authority of the Missouri Comprehensive Emergency Medical Services Systems Act (Chapter 190, Missouri Revised Statutes 190.010 –190.245) and rules promulgated under sections 109.001-190.245. This position requires intimate knowledge of both clinic and hospital, policies and procedures relevant to delivery of patient care and the ability to communicate verbal and written information in a friendly, effective, and accurate manner. Leads and works cohesively with teammates to provide exception service to all patients, families, visitors, caregivers, and providers. This position, works under the supervision of the Practice Manager and under the direction of the provider and accepts responsibility for direction of the nursing staff in the implementation of patient care according to organizational policies and procedures and is employed by Mosaic Life Care.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Accredited Paramedic Training Program required.
Missouri license Paramedic required upon hire.
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within 90 days of hire.
PALS or PEARS certification required within 90 days of hire.
A.H.A. BLS medical provider certification required within 90 days of hire.
CPI course required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

1 Year- Paramedic working experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Greets and prepares patient for provider examination and treatment.
Performs general nursing care to patients.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with paramedic standards.
Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition to provider.
Performs all patient care skills at the level of Paramedic Missouri Licensure.
Assists provider with follow-up documentation and phone calls to parent\guardian\medical provider.
Collects and coveys information to provider regarding health status of patients throughout the visit including documenting into electronic medical record.
Administers medications (PO, Injections, and IV) authorized for paramedic administration under clinic policy/Medical Director approval.
Performs point of care testing as well as EKGs, splinting, crutch fitting, phlebotomy, and intravenous therapy.
Administers immunizations as directed by the Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician.
Evaluates caregivers yearly for competencies and performance on clinical skills.
Oversees delegation.
Other duties as assigned.