Paramedic - Emergency Department, Days

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Macon Medical is seeking a Paramedic who will provide age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care under the supervision of a Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician. The role includes patient advocacy, teaching, and performance improvement, with oversight of unlicensed personnel as needed.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, planning and implementing care, and ensuring a safe environment while collaborating with the care team to deliver high-quality health services.

Qualifications

• BCLS/BLS Certification required at hire
• ACLS required at hire
• PALS certification required within 6 months or as mandated
• Current Georgia Paramedic license required

Responsibilities

• Facilitates age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care and maintains a safe environment under supervision.
• Educates patients and families and communicates effectively, utilizing technology.
• Participates in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care; oversees unlicensed staff as applicable.

Education

GED

Licensed Paramedic (State of Georgia)

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Overview

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 Macon Medical