Part-time Paramedic

University Hospitals • Chardon, OH

106d

About The Position

Assist patients and health care needs as directed by clinician during Emergency Department visit including performing 12 lead EKGs, blood draws, initiate Hep-locks, bedside point of care testing, aerosol treatments. Ensures the daily completion of point of care testing quality controls, defibrillator checks, refrigerator checks, transports. Performs ABGs and gain IV access as directed by order. Prepares patients and care environment for exam, specimen collection and anticipates needs of patients and providers proactively. Performs delegated basic procedures as described by their annual competency based tool and orientation program.

Requirements

• Graduated from a state accredited paramedic program (Required).
• State of Ohio Paramedic Certification required (Required Upon Hire).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• PALS certification (Required within 6 Months).
• Paramedic Specialty Certification required for Level II & III.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Paramedic Experience (Preferred).
• Knowledge of medical terminology (Preferred proficiency).

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and health care needs as directed by clinician during Emergency Department visit.
• Perform 12 lead EKGs, blood draws, initiate Hep-locks, bedside point of care testing, aerosol treatments.
• Ensure daily completion of point of care testing quality controls, defibrillator checks, refrigerator checks, transports.
• Perform ABGs and gain IV access as directed by order.
• Prepare patients and care environment for exam and specimen collection.
• Anticipate needs of patients and providers proactively.
• Perform delegated basic procedures as described by annual competency based tool and orientation program.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for patients.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree