Paramedic PRN 7p - 7a
USMD Hospital At Arlington LP•Arlington, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Responsible for responding to requests by the nursing staff or physician staff. Assist with ALS interventions and to assist with emergency care within the emergency department according to protocols and polices approved by the hospital and emergency department medical director, and hospital policy. Performs other duties related to the provision of care as assigned after appropriate training. Will perform hourly security rounds and fire safety inspections.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required.
- ACLS, BLS, PALS, and EMT-P required.
- Verbal and writing ability required to communicate effectively in informing employees of activities and policies.
- Numerical ability required.
- Ability to receive, comprehend, and carry out instructions; ability to work safely with equipment, supplies, and materials; ability to comply with attendance requirements; ability to comply with Human Resource policies.
- Manage anger, fear, hostility, and stress appropriately.
- Work alone and with others effectively.
- Handle multiple priorities.
Nice To Haves
- 2-years' experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Respond to request for paramedic level services from areas within the emergency department in a timely and safe manner.
- Complete documentation and records according to department policy
- Ensure emergency preparedness equipment is ready for response
- Restock emergency department and report damaged, unsafe, or malfunctioning equipment
- Assist with code and critical care patients within the emergency department
- Performs all duties under the supervision of nursing with proper training and skills
- Assist charge nurse in assessing, prioritizing, and maintaining patient flow and assist in reassessing patients waiting to be seen
- Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen labeling according to policy on in patient and ER
- Attends all required department-specific education and training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job related hazards
- Demonstrates proper body mechanics in all functions
- Wears proper identification while on duty
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
