Paramedic (PRN)

Responsibilities

• Able to triage, assess, extricate (if applicable) and treat injured and sick persons.
• Includes life support, airway management, oxygen therapy, venous access, shock prevention, splinting, spinal immobilization, vehicular extraction.
• Able to establish patient airway with oral and naso-pharyngeal airways, endotracheal intubation.
• Able to ventilate a patient with mask/abmu bag when necessary.
• Able to suction oral secretions.
• Immobilizes extremities on trauma patients; applies direct pressure to control hemorrhaging.
• Able to administer fluids and medications.
• Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.
• Able to assess pain and provide pain management.
• Interprets basic cardiac monitoring.
• Performs and assists with technical skills as defined in the scope of practice.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Adheres to ambulance policies addressing standard precautions, safety regulations, and guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patients served.
• Able to interpret data about patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Maintains ambulance supplies and equipment.
• Operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Communicates clearly and concisely to co-workers, physicians, and nurses.
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Remains flexible in staffing patterns and resolutions of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignment measures of the department of nursing.
• Participates in continuing education programs as required.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current EMT-Paramedic certification.

Qualifications

Knowledge of emergency medical procedures and protocols.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical stamina and endurance to perform physically demanding tasks.

Ability to lift and move patients as needed.

Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Skills

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Effective time management and organizational skills.

Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.

Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance coverage.

Flexible scheduling options.

Professional development opportunities.

Employee assistance program.

Discounted hospital services.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

HOURS: DAYS OR NIGHTS VARY

Pool/PRN/Per Diem Shift

Contact Information

Penny Brown - Director of Human Resources

Email: pennybrown@dodgecountyhospital.com

Phone: 478-448-4105