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The EMT-Paramedic is a licensed professional responsible for patient care, monitoring and recording vital signs and observing the patient for any physical, mental, or emotional conditions.
SHIFT: Full-time, Mid-shift (11:00 - 23:00)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- One year of Critical Care experience.
- Licensed EMT-P
- EMT Paramedic License current and in good standing
- PALS
- ACLS
- Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Takes delegation from the primary RN or physician on duty.
- IV placement.
- Operate lab equipment; perform point of care testing and quality controls.
- Knowledgeable of the operation of lab instruments.
- Coordinates the patient workflow, problem-solves, and manages ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
- Observes patients for condition change and reports observations, conditions, and problems to the licensed nurse.
- Administer medications per the state
- Capability to perform vital signs and clean wounds.Â
- Performs and records diagnostic measures, treatment, and procedures.
- Monitor and restock supplies.
- Placement of splints.
- Continuously maintain all required certifications.
- Follows all safety rules on the job. Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards.
NONESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor/department director.
- Attend staff meetings or other company-sponsored or mandated meetings as required.
JOB COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to Navigate/Utilize Electronic Medical Record
- Understand/Comply with Hospital Policy and Procedures.
- Maintains skill level by continuing education, collaborative training with co-workers and physicians, and annual skills check-offs. Â
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Constant: Vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and ability to adjust focus); Hearing; Speaking; Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; Walk; Sit; Balance; Repetitive motions; Using arm, leg and back muscles for extended periods.
- Frequent: Bend, Squat, Twist, Push/Pull up to 20 pounds without assistance; up to 50 with assistance; Lift/Carry up to 20 pounds without assistance; up to 50 pounds with assistance
- Occasional: Climb, Kneel, Crouch, Distinguish Colors, Exposure to noise/high-pitched noise, Exposure to hazards, allergens, toxins/chemicals/detergents/radiation
- Rarely: Exposure to potential electric shock; Work in a confined area
- Other: Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including gloves, gowns, goggles, and masks.
- Potential exposure to infectious disease.
- Potential for cuts and bruises.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- OSHA Category I: Normal routine involves exposure to blood, bodily fluid, or tissue as part of their employment.
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