Paramedic (FT, Float)

Tyvan LLC • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The EMT-Paramedic is a licensed professional responsible for patient care, monitoring and recording vital signs, and observing patients for physical, mental, or emotional conditions. This is a full-time float position with evening shifts from 14:00 to 02:00 and night shifts from 18:00 to 06:00.

The role takes delegation from the primary RN or physician on duty and coordinates patient workflow, solves problems, and manages priorities with minimal supervision. The paramedic performs clinical procedures and diagnostic measures, administers medications in accordance with state requirements, monitors and restocks supplies, and follows safety rules. The position requires maintaining current certifications and complying with hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Two years of Paramedic experience.
• One year of Critical Care experience.
• Current EMT-P license in good standing.
• PALS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS).
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, wear personal protective equipment, and work with potential exposure to infectious disease, cuts, and bruises.

Responsibilities

• Take delegation from the primary RN or physician on duty.
• Place IVs.
• Operate laboratory equipment; perform point-of-care testing and quality controls.
• Know how to operate laboratory instruments.
• Coordinate patient workflow, solve problems, and manage ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Observe patients for changes in condition and report observations, conditions, and problems to the licensed nurse.
• Administer medications per state requirements.
• Perform vital signs and clean wounds.
• Perform and record diagnostic measures, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitor and restock supplies.
• Place splints.
• Continuously maintain all required certifications.
• Follow job safety rules, promptly report accidents, and correct minor safety hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or department director.
• Attend staff meetings and other company-sponsored or mandated meetings as required.
• Maintain skill level through continuing education, collaborative training with co-workers and physicians, and annual skills check-offs.
• Understand and comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Navigate and use the electronic medical record.

What This Job Offers

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