Paramedic-Duke Urgent Care-Knightdale

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

82d•Onsite

About The Position

Duke Urgent Care Knightdale is a dedicated urgent care clinic that provides comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and adults with minor injuries and illnesses. Our experienced team of doctors is available to treat a variety of conditions when your primary care provider is unavailable, during after-hours, or when your health concern is not severe enough to require emergency services. We offer a convenient and efficient alternative for patients seeking prompt medical attention in a comfortable, accessible setting. Whether it's a minor injury, illness, or a non-emergency medical need, Duke Urgent Care Brier Creek ensures quality care without the long wait of an emergency room visit. The Paramedic functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team providing direct patient care. The Paramedic performs a variety of activities across various practices settings and patient populations in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined by the North Carolina Medical Board and with the approval of the practice setting Medical Director.

Requirements

Current certification as a North Carolina Paramedic or have the ability to obtain certification in the State of North Carolina.
BLS, ACLS, and PALS required upon hire.
High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of and appropriate application Paramedic scope of practice
Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure
Ability to assess needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families
Ability to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others
Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up
Ability to use fine motor skills
Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area
Ability to record activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status
Ability to use computer and learn new software programs
Able to document and communicate pertinent information using computer and/or paper documentation tools
Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
Ability to remain focused and organized
Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required
Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree preferred.
Preferred one-year experience as Paramedic or other relevant clinical experience is required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined by the North Carolina Medical Board under the medical oversight of the Medical Director of the practice setting where the individual will function.
Assists clinical staff in the evaluation, treatment and care of patients. Obtains pertinent history and performs a physical examination. Performs technical procedures as delegated.
Monitors patients and maintains records using patient monitoring system and electronic health records. Documents patients' status, delivery of care and evaluation of the patients' response to care according to specific procedures and established protocols.
Documents and maintains an informative and accurate medical record to initiate charges for each patient treated.
Communicates in a professional manner essential information to all appropriate members of the healthcare team to promote sharing of information throughout the continuum of care.
Operates extensive medical and mechanical equipment in the hospital and transport environment. Ensures all medical equipment is functioning; restocks medical supplies as needed.
Provides and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for the patients, visitors, and staff. Properly disposes of and handles as applicable, sharps, soiled materials, and linens and disinfects area in accordance with policy and policy as applicable. Properly uses PPE when in contact with patients, soiled utility, hazardous materials in accordance with policy.
Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners.
Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities. Supports an environment of evidence-based practice/research/quality improvement initiatives
Maintain certifications and clinical skills.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.