Paramedic- Emergency Department (FT Nights)
About The Position
The Emergency Department Paramedic supports patient treatment in a hospital emergency department as part of an interdisciplinary care team. Under the direction of a physician and/or Registered Professional Nurse, the paramedic assists with individualized, high-quality, safe patient care and contributes to patient flow and the overall patient experience. The role follows applicable Georgia and Wellstar paramedic scopes of practice, including hospital-specific duties. The Emergency Department Medical Director oversees the paramedic’s scope of practice in the ED. The position reports to the Manager of Emergency Department and works in a clinical environment administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders. The posted schedule is full-time nights, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; an accredited program in another or related field is preferred.
- Completion of an accredited paramedic program and associated clinical hours.
- Georgia paramedic license and national registry certification for paramedics.
- Required certifications upon hire: ACLS (or accepted listed equivalent), BLS (or accepted listed equivalent), and PALS (or accepted listed equivalent).
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to use technology to support clinical care and basic computer skills.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies in a decisive, composed, and respectful manner.
- Evidence-based care, analytical and critical-thinking skills, and strong time-management skills.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of experience as a paramedic in the field or in a hospital setting.
- An accredited program in another or related field.
Responsibilities
- Assist medical and nursing staff with emergency patient care and treatment.
- Greet and interview patients during intake and enter pertinent medical information into the computer system.
- Perform or assist with diagnostic testing and procedures, including EKGs, cardiac monitoring, venipuncture, point-of-care testing, wound care, and applying orthopedic devices, splints, and casts, within scope of practice.
- Perform delegated functions, including initiating IVs, administering oral, IM, and some IV medications, glucose monitoring, and ISTAT testing.
- Transport patients to the ICU and transport and monitor critical patients.
- Assist with patient flow in the ED.
- Perform command center technician and monitor technician duties.
- Receive EMS patients and collect information to assist the RN with initial triage and assessment.
- Assist with patient and family education.
- Respond as assigned to Trauma Alert, Code Fast, and STEMI Alerts.
- Ensure rooms are ready for patients, stock patient care rooms, and clean rooms between patients in accordance with infection control policies.
- Transport patients as requested by the RN.
- Comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
