Paramedic

Prime Healthcare • Riverdale, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic, also referred to as an Emergency Care Technician (ECT), Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech), or Emergency Room Technician (ER Tech), assists with clinical tasks such as starting IVs, performing EKGs, monitoring vital signs, and supporting airway management. The role contributes to trauma care, CPR, and patient transport while working closely with nurses and physicians during emergencies. Field skills are performed under hospital protocols and supervision. This is a full-time night position with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, Georgia.

Requirements

• Current and valid paramedic license issued by the Georgia Composite State Board.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintained thereafter.
• ACLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• PALS and/or ENPC certification is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical procedures, including IV insertion, EKG acquisition, and continuous vital-sign monitoring, under supervision.
• Assist with airway management, oxygen therapy, suctioning, advanced airway procedures, and resuscitation efforts.
• Provide wound care, apply splints, assist with suturing, and respond as part of the team during medical emergencies.
• Transport patients to diagnostic areas or inpatient units and assist with room turnover and preparation.
• Stock essential supplies and perform point-of-care testing as permitted by hospital policy.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and EMS personnel to support trauma care, high-acuity patient management, clinical procedures, and transitions of care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed