ER Paramedic: Fast, Life-Saving Care

ochsner; Slidell, Louisiana (LA, MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Slidell, LA is seeking a Paramedic to provide direct patient care under physician supervision. Responsibilities include wound care, medication administration by protocol, blood draws, IV fluids, splints, and monitoring vital signs in emergency and hospital settings.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, graduate from an approved paramedic program, and hold a state paramedic license plus NREMT certification; BLS, ACLS, PALS within 90 days; CPI within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an approved Paramedic Program.
• Paramedic license in the state of practice.
• NREMT Paramedic certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• PALS within 90 days of hire.
• CPI certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under physician supervision.
• Perform wound care, IV fluids, and med administration per protocol.
• Draw blood, place splints/boots, monitor vitals.
• Document patient tasks accurately and comply with EMTALA.

Skills

Paramedic license

NREMT certification

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paramedic program graduate

Job description

Ochsner Health in Slidell, LA is seeking a Paramedic to provide direct patient care under physician supervision. Responsibilities include wound care, medication administration by protocol, blood draws, IV fluids, splints, and monitoring vital signs in emergency and hospital settings.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, graduate from an approved paramedic program, and hold a state paramedic license plus NREMT certification; BLS, ACLS, PALS within 90 days; CPI within 30 days.