Paramedic - Emergency Department
About The Position
Perform phlebotomy, IV starts, wound care, Foley catheter insertion, and airway management. Transport patients and place them on cardiac and vital sign monitors. Obtain and process lab specimens. Document procedures and observations; promptly communicate patient needs to licensed clinicians. Assist with medication administration and emergency response under clinician direction. Operate specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care settings. Support and reinforce patient/family education and document learning outcomes. Process daily patient charges and procedures in the electronic health record (EHR). Facilitate communication between physicians, staff, and EMS systems. Maintain a clean, safe environment and ensure equipment functionality. Perform patient positioning and transport using proper body mechanics. Provide age-appropriate care based on developmental and clinical needs.
Requirements
- EMT-Paramedic license issued by the state of practice.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) – required within 6 months.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from AHA – required within 6 months.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from AHA – required within 6 months.
- Completion of an accredited Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program.
- Typically requires 1 year of experience as a Paramedic or in a related clinical role.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with EHR systems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
- High attention to detail and ability to maintain required certifications.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) or equivalent may substitute for PALS.
Responsibilities
- Perform phlebotomy, IV starts, wound care, Foley catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Transport patients and place them on cardiac and vital sign monitors.
- Obtain and process lab specimens.
- Document procedures and observations; promptly communicate patient needs to licensed clinicians.
- Assist with medication administration and emergency response under clinician direction.
- Operate specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care settings.
- Support and reinforce patient/family education and document learning outcomes.
- Process daily patient charges and procedures in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Facilitate communication between physicians, staff, and EMS systems.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and ensure equipment functionality.
- Perform patient positioning and transport using proper body mechanics.
- Provide age-appropriate care based on developmental and clinical needs.
Benefits
- Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Benefits and more 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 and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
