Intercept Paramedic- Evenings

Dartmouth Health; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking an experienced ED Paramedic for the Intercept unit in Keene, NH. You will staff the ALS intercept vehicle and ED team, delivering advanced life support and patient care in partnership with the Cheshire Medical Center.

The role requires 3–5 years of 911 Paramedic experience, NH license within 30 days, and strong teamwork, communication, and critical thinking. Competitive benefits accompany this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of providing 911 service at the Paramedic level.
• Nationally Registered Paramedic; NH state license within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to function as a member of a multidisciplinary team; strong critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Provide Advanced Life Support to 911 responses on the ALS Paramedic Intercept unit.
• Assess patients, monitor cardiac status, manage airway, administer medications.
• Document all care in the patient’s electronic medical record; maintain accuracy.
• Participate in code team responses and inter-facility transfers as needed.
• Mentor new staff and students; uphold infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Data analysis

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Paramedic License

ACLS

PALS

CPR Certification

Job description

The ED Paramedic- Intercept will staff the paramedic intercept vehicle and the emergency department.

Promotes and maintains the philosophy, values, standards of performance, and goals of the organization and the department. Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team to maintain patient safety and achieve desired outcomes Provides Advanced Life Support level services to the community by responding to 911 calls on the Cheshire Medical Center ALS Paramedic Intercept unit. Initiates State of NH patient treatment protocols as appropriate. Presents professionally. Performs as part of the patient care delivery team in the Emergency Department with responsibilities including: Assessments, Cardiac Monitoring, O2 Therapy, Airway Management, EKGs, Phlebotomy, IV Therapy, Medication Administration, Splinting, Crutch Fitting, Suture set up, Vital Sign measurement and patient discharges. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement programs, safety/environment of care programs, and infection control standards. Monitors patients' medical conditions and documents and reports changes to appropriate personnel. Completes required paperwork and documents all patient care activities in the patient’s electronic medical records, ensuring accuracy of the record. Functions as part of the code team response for the hospital as assigned. Performs basic and advanced emergency measures including airway management, CPR, ACLS, and PALS. Demonstrates working knowledge of all Emergency Department and ALS equipment. Assists in ordering equipment process, checking and maintaining supplies on the ALS intercept unit and in the ED. Functions as a clinical preceptor for new staff and students. May assist with PIFT/Critical Care inter-facility transfers. Provides excellent customer service to all patients, visitors and employees. Demonstrates effective teamwork, a positive attitude and commitment to support departmental goals. Demonstrates personal accountability within an area of secure medication storage and administration and within NH statewide Paramedic Protocols. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility through appropriate resource utilization and documentation. Participates in staff meetings, training and continuing education. Participates in departmental and organization quality improvement initiatives. May be required to perform other duties of lesser, equal or greater levels of responsibility.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum Experience: 3-5 years of providing 911 service at the Paramedic level, CCP-C Preferred

Specific Skills, Knowledge and/or Competencies: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Ability to handle confidential materials with maturity, sensitivity, and discretion. Ability to function as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Data analysis and interpretation skills are required. Effective team-building and problem-solving skills are required.

Licenses/ Certifications: Nationally Registered Paramedic - NH state license within 30 days of hire. CPR certified on hire; ACLS/PALS within 90 days (American Heart Required) Driver license - valid; Satisfactory Driving Record

• Area of Interest: Nursing;
• Pay Range: $29.22 - $45.29;
• Work Status: 10a-10p, variable days, occasional weekends and holidays.;
• Employment Type: Full-time 36 hours/week;
• Job ID: 17264

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Aff...

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