ER Paramedic: Fast-Paced Life-Saving Care Expert

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Paramedic to support the Emergency Department by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across all ages under RN/physician supervision.

The role involves advanced life support interventions, medication administration within protocol, and assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. You will document care in the EMR, support patient throughput, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote safe, efficient, and compassionate care

Qualifications

• Technical School completion of an accredited Paramedic program is required.
• Associate Degree in Emergency Medical Services or related field preferred.
• 0-2 years of EMT-P experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical care and advanced life support in the ED, including vital signs, IV insertion, wound care, splinting, and cardiac monitoring.
• Assists physicians and nurses with emergency procedures, resuscitation, and trauma care.
• Administers medications within scope and documents therapy in the EMR.
• Collaborates with ED team to prioritize care and maintain patient throughput.
• Prepares patients for procedures and imaging, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Maintains supplies and equipment, reports malfunctions or shortages.
• Communicates clearly with patients and families to reduce anxiety and improve understanding.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Advanced life support

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Paramedic program accreditation

Associate degree in EMS

Tools

EMR systems

Defibrillators

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Paramedic to support the Emergency Department by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across all ages under RN/physician supervision.

The role involves advanced life support interventions, medication administration within protocol, and assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. You will document care in the EMR, support patient throughput, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote safe, efficient, and compassionate care