Paramedic - Emergency Department - Full-time - 1PM-1AM shift available - Jeff. Hwy. - New Orleans

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

94d • Remote

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. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Hospital Experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, within the scope of their license, with supervision from the physician.
• Administers medical treatment of wounds at the basic/intermediate/advanced level.
• Administers medications by pre-established protocol which includes vasoactive medications.
• Draws bloodwork and places splints/boots/etc.
• Performs Foley insertion and uses glucometer, I-STAT, Kurin.
• Takes vital signs (rectal temps/immunocompromised) and administers IV fluid.
• Documents patient related tasks accurately.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy and communication style.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED