Paramedic - Emergency Department- PRN

Cleveland Clinic

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Paramedic, you will provide immediate medical treatment to patients presenting with various critical injuries, illnesses and concerns. In this role, fast thinking and processing are essential, as every second counts in an emergency. Your tireless efforts help improve outcomes and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, their families and your fellow caregivers. This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working a day/evening rotation between 11:00 a.m. -- 11:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited program for licensure as an EMT-Paramedic
• Current Florida licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Clinical experience through an EMS Paramedic Training program

Nice To Haves

• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
• Current valid Florida driver's license (VDL)
• One year of experience as an EMT or Paramedic

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Maintain equipment.
• Assess nature and extent of illness/injury and patient history from available sources.
• Determine appropriate independent or collaborative response.
• Administer appropriate emergency medical care, including life support procedures, decontamination protocols, obtaining EKG readings and vital statistics monitoring.
• Perform fluid/drug administration as needed.
• Communicate with medical personnel at hospital, report/record observations and follow directives until report and hand-off at hospital if on the Transport Team.
• Navigate Ambulance to scene of accident in response to emergency call, if on the Transport Team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees