Paramedic - Emergency Department

Cleveland Clinic • Medina, OH

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About The Position

The Paramedic provides immediate medical treatment to patients presenting to the Emergency Department with critical injuries, illnesses, and other concerns. The role requires quick thinking in emergency situations and supports improved patient outcomes. The caregiver works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the Emergency Department at Medina Hospital.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program.
• Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) in Ohio.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Clinical experience through an EMS Paramedic Training Program.

Nice To Haves

• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certification.
• One year of experience as an EMT-P.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Emergency Department under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform EKGs, CPR, phlebotomy, and oral, nasal, and/or ET suctioning.
• Initiate cardiac monitoring, oxygen therapy, and saline locks.
• Notify the RN and/or physician of rhythm changes.
• Apply orthopaedic appliances and simple splints.
• Size crutches and teach crutch walking.
• Assist with equipment setup, chest tubes, gastric lavage, LP, and related procedures.
• Assist with restraint and seclusion of patients and apply restraint devices.
• Transport patients and specimens.
• Assist with sterile procedures and with cleaning and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Perform fluid and drug administration.
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

What This Job Offers

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