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Samaritan Health Services; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Albany General Hospital in Albany, OR, seeks qualified candidates for a fire-ready Emergency Department position. Primary duties include data collection and initiating emergency stabilization procedures per the department competency list. Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential for fast-paced settings.

Preferred candidates hold an Oregon Paramedic license, BLS certification now, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days. Prior ED experience is a plus in a high-volume facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Oregon Paramedic licensure required for skills verification.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• ACLS and PALS due within 90 days of hire.
• Experience or training with computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks including data collection and emergency stabilization initiation.
• Performs other tasks as outlined in the competency list for the position.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Oregon Paramedic licensure

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS Certification

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Facility Samaritan Albany General Hospital

Location Albany, OR

Department AGH Emergency

Remote Status Remote Status: OnSite

Salary Range Salary Range: $26.46 - $38.86

Performs tasks as assigned including data collection, initiation of emergency stabilization procedures, and other tasks as outlined in the competency list assigned to position.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Emergency Department provides care for patients with a wide variety of needs from non-critical to emergent medical conditions including emergent and urgent mental health care. All patients are welcome whether walking in or arriving by emergency transport. All Emergency Department staff are certified to care for critical cardiac and trauma patients including children.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Current unencumbered Oregon Paramedic licensure required for skills verification.

Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.

ACLS and EPC/PALS required within 90 days of hire.

Experience or training in computer applications required.

One (1) year recent experience preferred. Previous ED experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others to offer best possible care to patients.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)

Continually (67 – 100% of the time)

CLIMB - LADDER

LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

SIT

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

WALK - INCLINE

CLIMB - STAIRS

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

SQUAT Repetitive

ROTATE TRUNK Standing

REACH - Upward

MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs