Paramedic FT - FT 11a-11p
About The Position
The Paramedic - Ambulance provides high-quality patient care and technical support to patients across all age groups, from neonates through geriatrics. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver efficient, compassionate, and patient-centered care. The Paramedic provides emergency response, patient assessment, and therapeutic interventions in accordance with hospital policies, protocols, and standards of care. The position is full-time, with a listed shift of 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. The Paramedic supports patient throughput, responds to emergencies using advanced life support techniques and medical interventions, and operates and maintains medical equipment and supplies. The role also requires reliable attendance, compliance with policies and standards, and performance of other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited technical school program in Paramedic Science.
- Current state-of-employment license or certification.
- 0–1 years of EMT-P experience.
- Required EMT certification or paramedic licensure with the state registry or board.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- Proficiency in emergency medical procedures and advanced life support techniques.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure and delivering exceptional care.
- Competence in operating medical equipment and using EMR systems for documentation.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of acute care hospital experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient care tasks safely, effectively, and competently in accordance with standards of care and hospital policies.
- Coordinate patient care with registered nurses and interdisciplinary team members to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Recognize changes in patient status, promptly communicate observations to the RN, and assist with appropriate interventions.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
- Communicate professionally and empathetically with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families.
- Administer medications safely in compliance with the five rights of medication administration, using electronic medical record scanning to support accuracy.
- Facilitate efficient patient throughput within the department.
- Respond rapidly and effectively to emergencies using advanced life support techniques and medical interventions as required.
- Operate and maintain medical equipment and supplies, ensuring they are ready and functional for patient care.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
