Paramedic

Tenet Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paramedic Technician at Tenet Healthcare in Goodyear, AZ functions semi-independently under the direction of physicians and nurses as part of the ED team, delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include timely reassessment, implementation of ADHS-aligned skills, and ensuring smooth patient flow while maintaining professional relationships with staff and patients.

Qualifications

• EMT-Paramedic certification and completion of triage training as required.
• Knowledge of growth and development and age-appropriate care.
• Ability to read/write English and document care accurately.
• Splinting, EKG and Chest Tube competencies must be completed within three months.

Responsibilities

• Provides timely, safe and accurate reassessment of ED patients.
• Implements applicable technical skills per ADHS guidelines.
• Ensures timely and correct patient flow using available resources.
• Supports department goals and time-management with professional interactions.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently or with others.

Skills

Reading/writing in English

Time management

Ability to work under stress

Team collaboration

Education

EMT-Paramedic training

Triage course

Growth & development knowledge

Age-appropriate care

Job description

Job Summary

The Paramedic Technician functions semi-independently, under the direction of the Physician, RN, and/or PA-C, as part of the integrated healthcare team. Responsible for providing comprehensive quality patient care in an accurate and timely manner according to established patient standards and practice. Knowledge and necessary skills will be utilized to effectively meet the needs of patients of all age groups and developmental levels 2. Must possess ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public. Requires the ability to effectively plan; must be able to follow directions and to perform work according to department standards when no directions are given. Requires enthusiasm, initiative and the ability to work independently/cooperatively with other personnel. Requires the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands/deadlines. Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress.

Provides timely, safe and accurate reassessment of ED patients.

Provides timely, safe and accurate implementation of applicable technical skills/procedures per ADHS guidelines.

Ensures timely and correct patient flow, utilizing internal and external resources.

Effectively supports system, facility and department goals and objectives, mission, vision, and values through appropriate use of interpersonal skills and job performance.

Demonstrates well-defined organizational and time-management skills.

Special Skills: Must be able to read, write, follow instructions and document care given in English. Must have knowledge and understanding of the entire aging process.

Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of an EMT-P training course approved under Arizona 9 A.A.C. 25, Articles 2, 4, and 5 are required. Triage course must be completed prior to 6 months and prior to taking the triage assignment. Knowledge of the principles of growth and development and the ability to assess data and identify patients' age-specific requirements and provide age-appropriate? care is required. Splinting, EKG and Chest Tube competencies, as well as all other department check off lists must be completed within three months of hire. Triage course must be completed prior to 6 months and prior to taking the triage assignment.

Licensure/Certifications: ADHS Paramedic Certification or Arizona State Certified, BLS and ACLS. PALS within 9 months of hire.

Preferred Requirements: Experience: Previous work experience in an Emergency Room. Certification/registration: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Basic and Advanced Trauma Life Support. National Licensure by the NREMT Board.