Paramedic - Emergency - Nights

IHA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IHA is seeking a Paramedic for Mount Carmel East's Trauma II Emergency Department in Columbus, OH. This full-time night-shift position runs three 12-hour shifts per week from 6pm to 6:30am, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include respiratory care, IV/IO access, rhythm interpretation, patient transport, medication administration, and teamwork with RNs and EMS. Required: Ohio Paramedic certification, ACLS, BLS; 2–4 years' health care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School / GED with basic patient care skills, EKG and phlebotomy required.
• Paramedic certification in Ohio required.
• ACLS mandatory; BLS required; PALS preferred.
• 2–4 years of patient care experience or health-related field preferred.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiates respiratory interventions per physician orders or protocol.
• Initiates IV/IO access and uses ultrasound as requested by physician.
• Interprets cardiac rhythms and initiates treatment.
• Transports and monitors patients.
• Maintains professional radio communication with EMS units.
• Administers medications per policy and guidelines.
• Performs EKG and phlebotomy.
• Performs wound care and sterile technique when appropriate.
• Performs triage and supports trauma, stroke, STEMI, and resuscitation.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High School / GED

Paramedic certification in Ohio

ACLS

BLS Healthcare Provider

PALS (preferred)

Job description

Position Purpose

In accordance with the Mission and Guiding Behaviors; the

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

Position Purpose

In accordance with the Mission and Guiding Behaviors; the Paramedic will provide patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. Functions within the standards, policies, procedures and guidelines of the Organization.

This Paramedic position will be working in our Trauma II Emergency Department at Mount Carmel East on nights three 12-hour shifts per week from 6pm - 6:30am with rotating weekends and holidays.

What You Will Do

• Initiates respiratory interventions including oxygen therapy and assistance with preparation for intubation per physician order or protocol
• Initiates and discontinues intravenous lines and intraosseous (IO) access as requested by the physician, including use of the ultrasound machine
• Interprets cardiac rhythms and initiates appropriate treatment (CPR/defibrillation)
• Transports and monitors stable telemetry and non-telemetry patients
• Maintains professional radio communication with incoming EMS units
• Performs patient care activities as appropriately delegated by the RN in a timely manner
• Performs treatments and procedures according to approved standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Verifies and implements physician/other licensed independent practitioner’s orders.
• Administers medications, according to the organization’s standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines.
• Initiates appropriate emergency procedures within the scope of practice under the direction of the physician/other LIP.
• Practices proper patient identification procedures. Maintains equipment appropriate to the care environment.
• Establishes priorities for the delivery of care and meets patient needs.
• Performs visual acuity, eye irrigations and equipment setups
• Performs CLIA-waived testing as assigned.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains lab specimens as ordered.
• Follows appropriate protocols and participates as a team member for trauma, stroke, STEMI and sepsis alerts, and resuscitation.
• Performs wound care and practices sterile technique when appropriate
• Performs suture and staple removal, excluding facial region.
• Performs foley care and collects specimens.
• Performs EKG
• Performs Phlebotomy
• Performs orthopedic duties
• Participates in hazardous materials or disaster events
• Performs duties as assigned in triage including facilitating door to EKG benchmark

Minimum Qualifications

• High School / GED. Successful completion of an approved course(s) which includes basic patient care skills, EKG and phlebotomy required
• License / Certification: Current Paramedic Certification in the State of Ohio. ACLS required, Current BLS Healthcare Provider required, PALS preferred
• Experience: 2-4 years previous patient care experience and/or technical education in health-related field preferred
• Effective Communication Skills

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Mount Carmel Health System recognized by Forbes in 2025 as one of America’s Best State Employers.
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement starting on day one.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• RN to BSN tuition 100% paid at Mount Carmel’s College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our five hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.