Paramedic - Emergency Department, Mid-Shift

Piedmont Healthcare; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is hiring for a Paramedic position at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville, GA. This full-time role involves providing patient care with a focus on safety, education, and technology utilization.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, relevant certifications including BLS and ACLS, and preferably one year of experience as a Paramedic. Team-oriented candidates who can deliver culturally sensitive care are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Paramedic preferred.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Certification required.
• ACLS Certification upon hire required.
• PALS certification to be completed within 120 days required.
• Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain a safe care environment and educate patients.
• Participate in assessment and delivery of healthcare services.
• Advocate for patients and oversee unlicensed personnel.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Technology utilization

Education

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

Job description

Overview:

Location: Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Shift: Mid-Shift (11a-11); Weekends & Holidays Required

Status: Full-time

Department: Emergency

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
• 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 : Company Name:

Piedmont Fayette Hospital