Paramedic - ED, Nights - Midtown

Piedmont; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont is currently seeking a Paramedic in Columbus, Georgia. The Paramedic will be responsible for facilitating age-appropriate care while collaborating with healthcare professionals. This role includes educating patients, advocating for their needs, and ensuring a safe healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience as a Paramedic. Certifications like BCLS, ACLS, and PALS are required, alongside a current Paramedic certification in Georgia.

Qualifications

• BCLS and ACLS certification required upon hire.
• PALS certification to be completed within 6 months for new paramedics.
• Current certification as a Paramedic in Georgia preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating patient care and maintaining a safe environment.
• Educating patients and their families about treatment and care.
• Participating in health care service assessment and planning.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Effective communication

Technology utilization

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Paramedic, under the supervision of a 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 tasks. The role also includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.

Responsibilities

The Paramedic, under the supervision of a 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 tasks. The role also includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.

Qualifications

• 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
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required
• LP – Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred

Business Unit

Piedmont Columbus Midtown