Paramedic – Emergency Department, PRN

Cleveland Clinic; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Mentor Hospital is hiring a Paramedic to provide critical patient care in the Emergency Department. This PRN role requires working shifts between 3:00pm–3:30am or 7:00pm–7:30am and a 48-hour minimum across a 6-week schedule.

Minimum qualifications include an accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program, OH EMTP licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications. Preferred ITLS and EMT-P experience may be considered.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program.
• Current EMTP licensure in Ohio.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS Certifications through AHA or Red Cross.
• Clinical EMS paramedic training program experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Emergency Department under RN supervision.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform EKGs, CPR and phlebotomy and suctioning as needed.
• Initiate cardiac monitoring and oxygen therapy.
• Notify RN/physician of rhythm changes.
• Transport patients and specimens.
• Assist with sterile procedures and maintain supplies.

Skills

EMT-P licensure

Vital signs

EKG / CPR

Education

EMT-Paramedic Training Program

BLS, ACLS, PALS Certifications

Job description

Join the Cleveland Clinic Mentor Hospital team and experience world-class care at its best. This state-of-the-art facility offers Lake County residents enhanced access to Cleveland Clinic, one of the nation’s top healthcare systems. With four operating rooms, 34 inpatient care rooms and a helipad, we are making access to high-quality care close to home easier than ever for our Lake County patients. Here, you can become part of Mentor’s supportive environment where everyone excels and is valued for what they bring to the team.

As a Paramedic, you will provide immediate medical treatment to patients presenting with various critical injuries, illnesses and concerns. In this role, fast thinking and processing are essential, as every second counts in an emergency. Your tireless efforts help improve outcomes and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, their families and your fellow caregivers.

This is a PRN role. A caregiver in this position will work varying shifts as needed between 3:00pm and 3:30am or 7:00pm and 7:30am. Caregivers must work 48 hours within a 6-week scheduling period. Some holidays will be required.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide patient care in the Emergency Department under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform EKGs, CPR and phlebotomy and oral, nasal and/or ET suctioning.
• Initiate cardiac monitoring, oxygen therapy and saline locks.
• Notify the RN and/or physician of rhythm changes.
• Apply orthopaedic appliances and simple splints.
• Size crutches and teach crutch walking.
• Assist with equipment setup, chest tubes, gastric lavage, LP, etc.
• Assist with restraint and seclusion of patients and apply restraint devices.
• Transport patients and specimens.
• Assist with sterile procedures and cleaning/maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Perform fluid/drug administration.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Completion of an accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program
• Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) in Ohio
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Clinical experience through an EMS Paramedic Training Program

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Certification
• One year of experience as an EMT-P

Physical Requirements:

• Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye-hand coordination; involves extensive standing and walking.
• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

• Minimum hourly: $26.65
• Maximum hourly: $26.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).