Paramedic | Float

Radiology Partners•Austin, TX

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic Float supports outpatient imaging services at ARA Diagnostic Imaging in the Greater Austin area. The role includes maintaining supplies and equipment, assessing patients and reviewing medical histories, medications, allergies, and procedure contraindications, and preparing for patient care. The Paramedic reviews schedules and orders, verifies implant screening with referring physicians, and coordinates needed interventions, lab results, and sedation preparation. The position also involves inserting and removing IV catheters, assisting with contrast injections as needed, and monitoring patients after exams to promote their safety.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized, approved Paramedic program.
Current Texas State License.
Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
One year of paramedic experience in an EMS service and/or emergency room.

Nice To Haves

Two years of intensive care or radiology experience.

Responsibilities

Check supplies and equipment daily, maintain adequate levels, and reorder as necessary.
Assess patients and obtain medical history, medication, and allergy information.
Complete screening forms to identify contraindications for procedures.
Perform quality assurance of patient schedules throughout the shift.
Prepare for patient care, including arranging interventions, reviewing lab results, preparing for sedation, verifying orders, and confirming implant screening with referring physicians.
Insert and remove IV catheters according to policy.
Assist with contrast material injections as needed.
Monitor patients after exams and take appropriate action to ensure their safety.