Paramedic

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a Paramedic to provide age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care under supervision. You will help maintain a safe environment, educate patients and families, collect information, and communicate effectively using hospital technology.

The role includes participation in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care, plus patient advocacy, teaching, and overseeing unlicensed staff.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of Paramedic experience preferred.
• BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required or completed within 6 months of start date.
• Current Georgia Licensed Paramedic required; National Registry license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care under supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment, educate patients and families, collect information.
• Communicate effectively and utilize technology in care delivery.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
• Provide patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and oversight of unlicensed personnel.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Licensed Paramedic (Georgia)

Licensed Paramedic (National Registry) - Preferred

Job description

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we\'re doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.
Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you\'re supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you\'ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities:

The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.

Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and
• ACLS Upon Hire Required and
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 180 Days Required and
• LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia Upon Hire Required
• LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the National Registry Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Newnan Hospital