Paramedic - ED, Nights - Midtown

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

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Paramedic for the emergency department at Midtown. The Paramedic will be responsible for delivering age-appropriate patient care, ensuring a safe environment, and supporting families through education and communication.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those having at least one year of Paramedic experience. Essential certifications include BLS and ACLS upon hire, along with PALS certification within 120 days.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required.
• ACLS Upon Hire Required.
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified within 120 days Required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate culturally sensitive care and maintain a safe environment.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of healthcare services.
• Oversee unlicensed personnel and advocate for patients.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Effective communication

Technology utilization

Education

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

Job description

Paramedic - ED, Nights - Midtown

Overview: 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.

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 120 Days Required
• LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Columbus Midtown