Paramedic - Emergency Department - Full-time - 1pm - 1am shift available - Jeff. Hwy. - New Orleans

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic assists the hospital in caring for patients and performs special technical skills and treatments within their level of knowledge under physician supervision. The role provides direct patient care within the scope of the paramedic’s license, administers preset protocols and physician-ordered standing orders, and supports physicians, nursing, and hospital administration by following established objectives, policies, and procedures. The position is full-time, with a 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. shift available, at the Jefferson Highway location in New Orleans. The Paramedic documents patient-related tasks accurately, completes clinical duties and skills checkoffs defined in the orientation packet, and participates in annual competency assessments. The role requires adapting communication and care to each patient population, protecting patient privacy, and complying with EMTALA and other applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and employer compliance and privacy policies. The position is based in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an approved Paramedic Program.
Paramedic license in the state of practice.
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification as a Paramedic.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Obtain Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification within 30 days of hire.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, software packages specific to the role, and keyboard use.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Self-directed ability to work independently.
Effective planning, organizing, and time-management skills.
Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with their management.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
Ability to work in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care within the scope of the paramedic license under physician supervision.
Perform wound treatment; administer medications, including vasoactive medications, under pre-established protocols; draw blood; place splints and boots; insert Foley catheters; use a glucometer, I-STAT, and Kurin; obtain vital signs, including rectal temperatures for immunocompromised patients; and administer IV fluids, as applicable.
Administer preset protocols and standing orders as ordered by a physician.
Complete clinical duties and skills checkoffs defined in the orientation packet and maintain competency through annual assessments.
Support physicians, nursing, and hospital administration by following established objectives, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
Accurately document patient-related tasks.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Comply with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including promptly reporting suspected unethical conduct and safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.