Paramedic Freestanding ED
About The Position
The Paramedic works in the Emergency Department at Ascension St Vincent Castleton Micro Hospital in Castleton, Indiana, on a PRN schedule. Under the direction of and in collaboration with a physician and/or Registered Nurse, the role identifies, intervenes in, and stabilizes ill or injured patients. The Paramedic initiates and implements interventions based on transport team protocols; monitors, records, and communicates patient conditions and treatment; provides population-specific education to patients and families; and inspects, maintains, and cares for equipment to support the safety of the transport team, patients, and public.
Requirements
- Advanced Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, obtained within 6 months (180 days) of hire or job transfer.
- BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer.
- One or more of the following credentials from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, obtained before hire or job transfer: Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic.
- High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience, an associate's or technical degree, or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
- Paramedic license required.
- 3 or more years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Driver's license credentialed from the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Responsibilities
- Identify, intervene, and stabilize ill or injured patients under the direction of and in collaboration with a physician and/or Registered Nurse.
- Initiate and implement interventions based on transport team protocols.
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition and treatment, as appropriate.
- Provide population-specific education to patients and families about the patient's illness and therapeutic interventions.
- Inspect, maintain, and care for equipment to ensure the safety of the transport team, patients, and public.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Counseling and peer support.
- Spiritual care and stress management resources.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
