Paramedic - Emergency Room, Variable Shifts

About the role

The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician, is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and tasks
• Provide patient advocacy and teaching
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives
• Oversee unlicensed personnel

Qualifications

Education: H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience: 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support – Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date (within 120 Days Required)
• LP - Licensed Paramedic – Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia (National Registry Preferred)