Paramedic - Part-Time - Nights - Harrison Crossing

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

About the role

This position is accountable for providing clinical and technical support procedures, assisting nurses and medical staff to ensure quality care. Duties and responsibilities are performed according to standards outlined in the competency-based evaluation tool. The incumbent supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and demonstrates a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of and as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Patient Care Manager, Charge Nurse, or Team Leader.
• Provides care reflecting initiative, flexibility, and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with minimum supervision.
• Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system.
• Assists patients with basic care needs and any other duties related to patient well-being following established nursing policies and procedures.
• Administers treatments and various procedures (within scope of practice) to patients as ordered by the physician and directed by Professional Nursing Staff.
• Communicates with Emergency Department physicians about changes in patient status, symptomology, and results of diagnostic studies.
• Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Performs monitor technician duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Obtains vital signs—frequency specific to patient’s acuity and/or changes in patient’s condition.
• Performs venipuncture and starts IVs.
• Handles phlebotomy and specimen collection with proper labeling/transporting of specimens.
• Applies cardiac monitor where appropriate; performs 12-lead EKG.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the treatment of cardiac emergencies, including medication management, defibrillation, cardioversion, and non-invasive pacing.
• Sets up sterile trays for suturing/sterile procedures.
• Inserts Foley catheter when appropriate; documents intake and output.
• Demonstrates a collaborative relationship with MWHC Emergency Services Associates, physicians, and ancillary partners both verbally and through accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in medication management and administration.
• Performs splinting and/or application of orthopedic adjuncts per physician orders.
• Performs respiratory therapy-specific tasks: set up and management of ventilator and/or BIPAP/CPAP machines, nebulizer treatments, and ABGs.
• Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapy-specific treatments: monitoring end-tidal CO2, pediatric asthma protocol, intubation preparation (including Glidescope, Bougie, and Pilot Balloon repair kit).
• Accepts responsibility for professional growth, development, regulatory requirements, and education at the MWHC and department level.
• Maintains licensure or certifications required for the position during employment.
• Performs other duties as appropriate within the position’s scope of practice, including duties of other care team members.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current Virginia State Paramedic Certification and/or National Registry required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• AHA ACLS required at hire.
• AHA PALS required at hire.

Physical Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands.
• Frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull 20 lbs.
• Auditory and visual skills, including color determination.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements

• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Capacity to cope with difficult situations.
• Ability to tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

• Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

Mary Washington Healthcare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants for employment or associates.

Pay

Compensation pay range: $23.06 - $32.28 per hour.