Paramedic - ER

Overview  Delray Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Delray Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matchGenerous paid time offCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accountsEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount programVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Job Shift: Days Job Type: Per Diem The Paramedic is a licensed Paramedic and functions under the direct supervision of the Staff Nurse, Department Director, Clinical Manager of Emergency Department, and physician(s). The Paramedic assists with patient care by performing clinical & supportive functions that he/she has documented competency to perform. The Paramedic adheres to policy, procedures & established standards of practice. Responsibilities Assists with transporting patients; transports non –critical patients on cardiac monitorsInitiates and repeats vital signs per policy and relays results to the RN and/or physician in a timely manner.Assists with confused and/or violent patients.Assists with orthopedic procedures, this to include splinting and immobilization procedures. Obtaining and setting up procedural trays and items as needed Assists with manual CPR. Maintains patient privacy.Applies/maintains cervical and/or spinal immobilization as indicated/directedAssists with manual bag/mask ventilationsUtilizes principles of infection control. Qualifications Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent; Minimum education required for licensure as a Paramedic in the State of Florida. Experience Preferred: One (1) year of Emergency Services experience preferred. Certifications Required: State of Florida Paramedic LicenseBLS and ACLS certification through approved American Heart Association programCPI within three (3) months of hire into position.Others: Complete blood draw competency within three (3) months of hire into position. Complete EKG competency within three (3) months of hire into the position. Organization Description Delray Medical Center, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 536-bed acute care hospital spanning 30 acres, employing over 1,700 employees, 700 physicians and serving southern Palm Beach County for over 40 years. As both a community hospital and state-designated Level I Trauma Center, Delray Medical Center offers several specialized services including advanced cardiac and vascular facilities, orthopedics, neurosciences, emergency care and weight-loss surgery. Pinecrest Rehabilitation and Outpatient Hospital at Delray Medical Center is the only state designated brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation program in the county by the State of Florida. Delray Medical Center is also home to Fair Oaks Pavilion, a 53-bed adult psychiatry unit. Come join one of our many teams! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603026609 Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. , Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent; Minimum education required for licensure as a Paramedic in the State of Florida. Required: State of Florida Paramedic LicenseBLS and ACLS certification through approved American Heart Association programCPI within three (3) months of hire into position.Others: Complete blood draw competency within three (3) months of hire into position. Complete EKG competency within three (3) months of hire into the position. , Assists with transporting patients; transports non –critical patients on cardiac monitorsInitiates and repeats vital signs per policy and relays results to the RN and/or physician in a timely manner.Assists with confused and/or violent patients.Assists with orthopedic procedures, this to include splinting and immobilization procedures. Obtaining and setting up procedural trays and items as needed Assists with manual CPR. Maintains patient privacy.Applies/maintains cervical and/or spinal immobilization as indicated/directedAssists with manual bag/mask ventilationsUtilizes principles of infection control.