Medic - South OKC Freestanding ED - Mid 1p-1a FT

OU Health; South Carolina; Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Zusammenfassung

OU Health is seeking a Paramedic for the South OKC Freestanding ED shift from Mid (1p) to 1a, FT. The role requires 2 years of direct ED experience, paramedic licensure in Oklahoma, and NREMT certification. Candidates must hold BLS, with PALS and ACLS due within 3 months.

The incumbent will work under supervision to provide advanced life support, gather patient information, perform procedures, and document care in collaboration with physicians and nurses.

Qualifikationen

• Paramedic Training Program required.
• 2 years of hospital and/or pre-hospital experience providing immediate stabilization and transport of sick and injured patients required.
• Paramedic License (State of Oklahoma) and NREMT certification required.
• BLS, PALS, ACLS certifications required within 3 months.

Aufgaben

• Provide care per OU Health policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with patient/family and healthcare team on treatment plans.
• Maintain clear communication with physicians and nurses.
• Monitor patient signs, symptoms, and vital signs.
• Assist nurse in delivering and documenting care and safety.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Customer service

Computer skills

Ausbildung

Paramedic Training Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teletracking

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title

Medic - South OKC Freestanding ED - Mid 1p-1a FT

Department

SOKC Emergency Department

Job Description

This positions REQUIRES 1 year of Direct ED Experience

The Hospital Paramedic functions under the administrative guidance of the shift supervisor or manager to provide services to emergency patients. Under the clinical direction of the Emergency Department Physician, collects and conveys information to physician and licensed nurse regarding the health status of patients.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Provides care in accordance with established policies and procedures of OU Health.
• Carries out treatment plan in collaboration with the patient, the patient’s family, and members of the healthcare team.
• Maintains clear communication with attending physician and licensed nurse assigned to patient about all patient care issues.
• Observes and report patients' signs or symptoms.
• Contributes information to the licensed nurse for the development and modification of the patient's plan of care.
• Assists the licensed nurse in delivering and documenting care provided to the patient.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Maintains competence with charting.
• Takes vital signs.
• Measures and records patients’ input and output.
• Attaches oxygen and cardiac monitor and monitors patients’ cardiac rhythm, performs 12 Lead EKG acquisition, documents EKG strips, suctions patients’ airways as directed and within competency, and reports findings to physician and care team assigned to patient.
• Receives patients from EMS personnel and prepares patients for the physician's care.
• Collects routine laboratory specimens as directed by the physician.
• Performs basic laboratory procedures.
• Establishment of peripheral intravenous (IV), intraosseous (IO) lines, and ultrasound guided IVs.
• Performs venipunctures and insertion and removal of peripheral intravenous catheters from extremities.
• Administers medications, including those permitted within the paramedic scope of licensure, in accordance with hospital policy, established clinical protocols, and under the authorization and direction of the supervising physician or medical director.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Paramedic Training Program required.

Experience: 2 years of hospital and/or pre-hospital experience providing immediate stabilization and transport of sick and injured patients required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)

• Paramedic License issued by the State of Oklahoma required.
• Paramedic Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required within 3 months.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required within 3 months.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of basic hospital policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to type accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on providing customer service to internal and external customers.
• Good computer skills with familiarity and/or ability to learn Microsoft Office, Teletracking, and other software applications.
• Knowledge of commonly used hospital based computer programs.
• Ability to relay information accurately and concisely.
• Ability to work closely with multiple disciplines in the healthcare setting.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.