Paramedic FT - FT 11a-11p
About The Position
The Paramedic - Ambulance provides high-quality patient care and technical support to patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatrics. The role works closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver efficient, compassionate, patient-centered care. The Paramedic responds to emergencies, assesses patients, and provides therapeutic interventions in accordance with hospital policies, protocols, and standards of care. The position includes safely performing patient-care tasks, coordinating care with registered nurses and other team members, observing and communicating changes in patient status, documenting care accurately, administering medications safely, supporting patient throughput, and maintaining medical equipment and supplies. The Paramedic must maintain reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Paramedic Science technical school program.
- Current state of employment license or certification.
- 0–1 years of EMT-P experience.
- Proficiency in emergency medical procedures and advanced life support techniques.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction 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.
- EMT certification or state-registry/board paramedic licensure.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of acute-care hospital experience.
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.
- 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 with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families, with clarity and empathy.
- Administer medications safely in compliance with the five rights of medication administration, using EMR 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 to ensure readiness and functionality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
