ED Paramedic - OMC Baton Rouge Emergency Department - Full Time

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Paramedic to assist the hospital in patient care under physician supervision. Responsibilities include wound care, medication administration per protocol, blood draws, IVs, and advanced clinical tasks.

Required are EMS experience, BLS, CPI within 30 days, Paramedic license, and NREMT registration. Strong data entry, communication, and independent work are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed including the ability to work independently.
• Effective planning, organizing, and time management skills.
• Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with management.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, within the scope of their license, with supervision from the physician.
• Performs clinical job duties as defined in orientation packet for skills checkoff and monitored on an annual basis thereafter.
• Supports physicians, nursing, and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
• Accurately documents patient related tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy considerations and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Windows apps

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Paramedic program graduation

Tools

EMS software

Medical devices

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job assists the hospital in the care of patients and performs special technical skills/treatments according to level of knowledge under the supervision of a physician.

Education

Required - High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an approved Paramedic Program

Work Experience

Required - None

Preferred - Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Hospital Experience

Certifications

Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire

Paramedic License in the State of Practice

Registered Paramedic with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed including the ability to work independently.
• Effective planning, organizing, and time management skills.
• Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with management.

Job Duties

• Provides direct patient care, within the scope of their license, with supervision from the physician. This may include the following: medical treatment of wounds at the basic/intermediate/advanced level, would care, ability to administer medications by pre-established protocol which includes vasoactive medications, draw bloodwork, place splints/boots/etc., Foley insertion, use of glucometer, I-STAT, Kurin, vital signs (rectal temps/immunocompromised), and IV fluid administration. The position may administer preset protocols and standing orders, as ordered by a physician.
• Performs clinical job duties as defined in orientation packet for skills checkoff and monitored on an annual basis thereafter through annual competency assessment.
• Supports physicians, nursing, and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures. Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
• Accurately documents patient related tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site.

Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.