Paramedic/EMT Respiratory Care Full Time Days

Baptist Health•Birmingham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Baptist Health, our mission is to improve the health and quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve. Baptist Health Princeton Hospital offers great NEW competitive pay and benefits! Position Summary Under the clinical direction of licensed Respiratory Therapists (RTs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and providers, the EMT / Paramedic Respiratory Care Support assists with non‑invasive, non‑critical respiratory care activities in designated non‑ICU acute care settings. This role focuses on supportive respiratory treatments, monitoring, equipment management, and patient safety, and does not replace or function as a licensed Respiratory Therapist.

Requirements

Successful completion of an AEMT education program
Currently licensed Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) by the Alabama Department of Public Health's (ADPH) Office of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
One (1) year experience as an AEMT.

Responsibilities

Assists licensed Respiratory Therapists and nursing staff in delivering ordered, non‑ICU respiratory therapies, including nebulizer treatments and oxygen delivery, in accordance with provider orders, departmental policies, and scope of practice.
Performs and documents basic patient assessments and reassessments, collaborating with RNs and RTs to communicate changes in patient status promptly.
Obtains EKGs as ordered by a licensed provider and communicate results per department protocol.
Administers aerosolized medications and oxygen therapy strictly as ordered and under appropriate clinical supervision.
Provides short‑term respiratory monitoring and support, escalating concerns to the RT, RN, or provider as appropriate.
Assists with the stocking, cleaning, assembly, and maintenance of respiratory care equipment in accordance with infection control and departmental standards.
Supports patient comfort, safety, and mobility while adhering to Baptist Health patient‑centered care standards.
Maintains accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record consistent with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintains regular, punctual attendance in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and organizational standards.
Perform other duties as assigned that are within scope, training, and competency.
Participates in maintaining the department to be clean, safe, organized and stocked.
Demonstrates awareness of patient’s rights and legal issues.
Complies with all standards as required by regulatory and accreditation agencies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
The Paramedic must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients.
The individual must demonstrate a knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements related to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departments policies, procedures, and competencies.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
Life Insurance
Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt