PARAMEDIC, ED & LEVEL 1 TRAUMA-Part -Time

Overview

St. Louis Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced Paramedic to join their Emergency Department team. This position offers a rewarding career with a focus on providing comprehensive, high-quality care to children.

Responsibilities

• Documents initial and updated assessments on all patients; performs triage and assigns trauma patients to rooms.
• Educates and discharges patients as necessary.
• Implements individualized quality care after initial evaluation.
• Performs invasive procedures such as IV and catheter placements, testing including all lab tests, treatments and sedations as directed by the RN, NP or Physician.
• Maintains certifications, competency and actively participates in training for emergency response.
• Affords assistance during disasters, crisis intervention and response.
• Collaborates with community first responders to develop, implement, and evaluate preparedness strategies.
• Assists in prioritizing and performing care for medical, trauma and mental health patients for various levels of acuities.
• This includes bedside trauma care, medication administration including narcotics and other bedside responsibilities within the Paramedic scope of practice.
• Performs routine equipment function tests and calibrations, assists with the maintenance and cleaning of patient care equipment and with the inventory of supplies and equipment ensuring adequate supply levels.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience:
• Licenses & Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support (BLS), Paramedic.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience: 2-5 years.
• Licenses & Certifications: PAL, Trauma Nurse Core Course.

Benefits

BJC offers a comprehensive range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more. Paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan are also available.

Legal Statement

This position is classified as safety-sensitive. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.