Paramedic - Stress Lab

Lifepoint Health • Somerset, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Stress Lab Paramedic supports cardiac stress testing procedures by preparing and monitoring patients, administering medications per protocol, and responding to medical emergencies as needed. This role collaborates closely with Radiology, Cardiology, and Nursing to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality stress testing for outpatients and inpatients. Responsibilities include patient assessment, vital sign monitoring, IV access, emergency response readiness, and documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-P) license.
• Associate’s Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline; validated by current state licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) within 6 months of hire date
• Handle with Care to be received within 30 days of orientation and kept annually

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls for emergency medical services and provides patient care as directed and/or determined necessary.
• Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree