Paramedic-Duke Urgent Care-Harps Mill

About the role

Duke Urgent Care Harps Mill seeks to hire a Paramedic who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined by the North Carolina Medical Board under the medical oversight of the Medical Director of the practice setting where the individual will function.
• Aids clinical staff in the evaluation, treatment and care of patients.
• Obtains pertinent history and performs a physical examination.
• Performs technical procedures as delegated.
• Maintains records using patient monitoring system and electronic health records.
• Documents patients' status, delivery of care and evaluation of the patients' response to care according to specific procedures and established protocols.
• Communicates in a professional manner essential information to all appropriate members of the healthcare team to promote sharing of information throughout the continuum of care.
• Operates extensive medical and mechanical equipment in the hospital and transport environment.
• Safeguards all medical equipment is functioning; restocks medical supplies as needed.
• Provides and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for the patients, visitors, and staff.
• Properly disposes of and handles as applicable, sharps, soiled materials, and linens and disinfects area in accordance with policy and policy as applicable.
• Properly uses PPE when in contact with patients, soiled utility, hazardous materials in accordance with policy.
• Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and formal learners.
• Participates in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities.
• Supports an environment of evidence-based practice/research/quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintains certifications and clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma. Associates Degree preferred.
• Experience: Preferred one-year experience as Paramedic or other relevant clinical experience is required.