Paramedic-Emergency Department PRN

About the role

Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced emergency care to patients under supervision of emergency physicians and nurses
• Perform assessments, interventions, and documentation for patients across the lifespan
• Assist with patient teaching and education, including procedures, equipment, and discharge instructions
• Monitor and interpret EKG and telemetry strips
• Identify and respond to changes in patient condition; notify medical team as appropriate
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges, contributing to plan of care development
• Set up and assist with invasive procedures; provide post-procedure monitoring
• Recognize and support cultural, spiritual, and psychological needs of patients and families
• Perform basic patient care tasks, including hygiene, ambulation, and dietary assistance
• Ensure proper use and cleaning of clinical equipment and supplies
• Demonstrate understanding of emergency, trauma, and critical care protocols
• Maintain required annual competencies and in-service education (minimum 12 hours per year)
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of medications and administration practices appropriate to patient condition and age
• Ability to prioritize care in fast-paced, high-acuity settings
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Basic computer literacy and ability to document electronically
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure
• Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Good attendance and reliability required
• Frequent walking, standing, pushing/pulling, reaching, and handling
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently
• Constant visual and auditory acuity for monitoring equipment and patient response
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, and biohazards
• May be exposed to airborne particles, cleaning agents, and medical equipment
• High-noise environment with fast-paced and potentially high-stress situations
• Regular use of PPE and adherence to infection control standards

Qualifications

• Paramedic Technical Certification or associate degree required
• Current state licensure as a Paramedic required
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or de-escalation training required
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience in an acute medical/surgical setting preferred