Paramedic

CHI; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Paramedic in Bardstown, KY, where your primary duty is to deliver emergency medical care. Collaborate with medical professionals and contribute to a compassionate healthcare environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background in emergency medical services and a genuine commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Kentucky Paramedic License required.
• Active BLS, ACLS, PALS American Heart Association Certifications required.
• 2 years of experience in high-volume patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care in a hospital environment.
• Administer BLS, PALS, ACLS interventions under physician oversight.
• Document patient care services accurately and promptly.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a nationally/state approved paramedic program

Job description

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Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

The Paramedic is a CHI Saint Joseph Health professional whose primary focus is to provide emergency medical

care for patients accessing the emergency department. The individual will utilize a comprehensive care team

approach in collaboration with RN’s, physicians, and ancillary staff.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• While working under physician medical oversight, the Paramedic will assure quality of care by
  
  

following the scope of practice provided by the National EMS Scope of Practice Model and further

outlined by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. In addition, the individual is to align

their role within functions set forth by CHI Saint Joseph Health.

• Administers BLS, PALS, ACLS and critical care interventions following the orders and supervision of the
  
  

attending physician.

• Performs triage, assessments, interventions and patient education as needed.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records in a timely manner.
• Promotes patient’s independence by establishing personal rapport and care goals; teaching patients,
  
  

friends and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.

• Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
• Clearly identifies self as a licensed paramedic while operating.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to all CHI Saint Joseph Health policies, protocols,
  
  

procedures and regulations.

• Willing to pursue new levels contributing to professional growth and development.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed

within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities

required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: High school Diploma or equivalent. Graduate from a

nationally/state approved accrediting paramedic program.

Required Licensure And Certifications

Unrestricted Kentucky Paramedic License.

Active BLS, ACLS, PALS American Heart Association

Certifications.

During the Paramedic’s orientation period, the

individual will be required to successfully complete an

approved Critical Care endorsement course to

maintain employment.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills,

Abilities and Training:

Demonstrated computer management skills.

Considerable knowledge of computer applications.

Must be able to communicate effectively in both

verbal and written formats.

Ability to break down problems or tasks; scanning

one’s own knowledge and experience to identify

causes and consequences of event.

Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data

at all times.

Adheres to organizational and department specific

safety standards and guidelines.

2 years of experience as a paramedic in a high volume

patient care services, approved Critical Care

endorsement, previous aeromedical, or clinical ER

experience.

Overview

Welcome to Flaget Memorial Hospital, a 52-bed facility located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Flaget Memorial Hospital is recognized as a 2023 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

CHI Saint Joseph Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians.

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.

Pay Range

$25.81 - $37.43 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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