Paramedic, Adult Emergency Department, Full-time 12 hr. Days

American Addiction Centers • Winston-Salem, NC

88d • $23 - $35

About The Position

The Paramedic in the Adult Emergency Department at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center provides emergency care to patients according to treatment protocols in accordance with NCCEP protocols set forth by the N.C. Office of EMS (NCOEMS). This role involves serving as a care team member in the Emergency Department, adhering to the Scope of Practice defined by the Non-Traditional Practice Setting Agreement with N.C. Office of EMS and the Medical Center/hospital. The Paramedic will serve patients across various age categories, including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

Requirements

• Paramedic certification from an accredited certified paramedic program or an Associate's of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in paramedic studies or equivalent.
• Three years of Emergency Service experience preferred.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and NC-OEMS certification as EMT-P required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required within one year in select areas.
• Critical care certificate or national registry paramedic preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a high-stress emergency environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient/family centered care focusing on physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs.
• Rapidly evaluates life-threatening emergencies and implements prescribed therapies within scope of practice.
• Collaborates with nursing and medical teams to establish treatment goals.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment ensuring patient privacy.
• Utilizes technology and equipment to enhance safety for patients and staff.
• Communicates effectively to promote information sharing throughout the continuum of care.
• Participates in shared governance and adheres to standards of care.
• Acts as a patient advocate throughout the continuum of care.
• Identifies clinical priorities and initiates actions to improve patient outcomes.
• Documents medication and treatment rendered in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Facilitates optimal patient flow through the Emergency Department.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees