Elite EMT-Paramedic: Rapid Emergency Response

SHELBY COUNTY HEALTH CARE CORPORATION; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Health Care Corporation in Memphis, TN seeks an EMT-Paramedic to support nursing/medical staff in patient care, exams, tests and medication administration within emergency and critical care areas.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, observing safety, coordinating tests, documenting care and providing crisis intervention as needed. Paramedic program completion and High School diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an approved Paramedic program required.
• Qualified to work with adolescent, adult and geriatric populations as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care in emergency/critical care settings per policy.
• Take and record vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as ordered.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens for testing.
• Document accurately and maintain patient records.
• Coordinate with team to ensure patient safety and care continuity.
• Assist with transport, lab and radiology test coordination.

Skills

Vital signs

ECG administration

IV therapy

Phlebotomy

Crisis Intervention (CPI)

Patient transport

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Paramedic program completion

Tools

EKG equipment

IV setup equipment

Phlebotomy supplies

Job description

Shelby County Health Care Corporation in Memphis, TN seeks an EMT-Paramedic to support nursing/medical staff in patient care, exams, tests and medication administration within emergency and critical care areas.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, observing safety, coordinating tests, documenting care and providing crisis intervention as needed. Paramedic program completion and High School diploma are required.