ER Paramedic (Per Diem) - Quick, Impactful Care

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking an ER Paramedic to support bedside care in the Emergency Department.

The role involves assisting nurses, performing specialized skills, and reporting unusual findings while maintaining patient safety under physician supervision. Requirements include a high school diploma, current Paramedic Certification, at least one year of acute care or EMT/Paramedic/Patient Care Technician experience, BLS, ACLS, PALS (ILCOR courses with manikin check-off).

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• One year acute care hospital experience or one year experience as an EMT/Paramedic on an ambulance crew or Patient Care Technician.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications (within 6 months of hire) through ILCOR provided courses with manikin check off.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in performing routine care in the ED.
• Perform specialized technical skills and report unusual findings while maintaining patient safety.
• Work under direct supervision of a physician in accordance with hospital standards and procedures.

Education

Current Paramedic Certification

Job description

St. Tammany Health System is seeking an ER Paramedic to support bedside care in the Emergency Department.

The role involves assisting nurses, performing specialized skills, and reporting unusual findings while maintaining patient safety under physician supervision. Requirements include a high school diploma, current Paramedic Certification, at least one year of acute care or EMT/Paramedic/Patient Care Technician experience, BLS, ACLS, PALS (ILCOR courses with manikin check-off).