Paramedic Clinical Extender

Legacy Health; Silverton (OR); On-site; USD 41,176 - 58,878; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Silverton Medical Center is seeking a Paramedic - Emergency Services Technician to join the fast-paced emergency department team. You will assist the licensed practitioners and nursing staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care for both adults and children.

Required CPR certification, Paramedic license, BLS, and ACLS; prior emergency care experience preferred. The pay range is listed and benefits are provided by Legacy Health.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Licensed Independent Practitioner, RN and Unit Secretary as part of the healthcare team.
• Contributes to smooth and efficient patient flow in the emergency department.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Fast-paced work

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An emergency medical situation is unsettling for patients and their loved ones. As part of a specialty team you will ease fears while providing exceptional care under fast-paced conditions. If you want to use your talents and compassion to make a difference in the lives of children and adults in an emergency setting, we invite you to consider joining Legacy.

Legacy Silverton Medical Center serves the heart of the Willamette Valley with a wide mix of services, many not typically available in a community hospital: CT scan (computerized tomography), nuclear medicine, echocardiography, family birth center and much more.

Responsibilities

The Paramedic - Emergency Services Technician participates as a member of the healthcare team by assisting the Licensed Independent Practitioner (L.I.P.), R.N. and Unit Secretary. The position is an integral part of the team approach to patient care and performs those tasks that contribute to the smooth and efficient flow of patients through the department.

Qualifications

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

Previous patient care experience in an Emergency environment and/or with children strongly preferred.

Skills:

Basic medical terminology. Computer familiarity. Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize multiple assignments.

Licensure

Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required. Current Paramedic license, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) also required.

Pay Range

USD $29.89 - USD $42.74 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you