Paramedic - FT -12 AM - 12 AM - MHW

Memorial Healthcare; United States; Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, FL seeks staff to provide patient care in the Emergency Department under supervision of physicians and nurses. Responsibilities include IV placement, IO access, triage support, IV fluids, medication administration, and assisting with procedures and patient transport.

Qualified candidates hold Vocational Technical credentials and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications; Paramedic license is required in Florida for applicable areas.

Qualifikationen

• Vocation Technical credential is required.
• BLS and related ACLS/PALS certifications are required as specified.
• Paramedic license is required by the state.

Aufgaben

• Provide patient care under physician, physician's assistant or RN supervision in the ED.
• Perform ultrasound-guided peripheral IV placement and IO placement as trained.
• Assist with triage, IV fluid administration, and medication administration as directed.
• Assist with procedures, wound care, specimen collection, and transport of patients.

Kenntnisse

Accountability

Customer service

Organization skills

Patient and family centered care

Patient safety

Problem solving

Responding to change

Standards of behavior

Ausbildung

Vocation Technical (Required)

BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD)

BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD)

BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA)

BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE)

BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC)

Paramedic License (PMD LICENSE)

Jobbeschreibung

Location:

Pembroke Pines, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Provides patient care under the direction of a physician, physician’s assistant or registered nurse.

Responsibilities:

Upon successful completion of training and demonstration of clinical competency, will be able to perform the following functions in Emergency Departments when approved by and under the supervision of the Emergency Services Medical Director: Ultrasound Guided Peripheral IV Placement, Intraosseous (IO) placement, Insertion of Nasogastric Tube, Triage (all aspects except Acuity Level Designation), IV Fluid Administration, Medication Administration (limited), Operation of IV infusion device (IV pump).Assists with keeping department areas clean, stocked, and orderly.Performs technical procedures as delegated, including but not limited to establishing IV access, performing ECGs and vital statistics/telemetry monitoring, collecting specimens, providing wound care, and transporting patients.Assists physicians and nurses with performing medical procedures, including examinations, minor surgical interventions, orthopedic treatment, and resuscitation.Documents and communicates assessment findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to medical/nursing staff.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (3), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

Vocation Technical (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), Paramedic License (PMD LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Department specific credentials - See below:Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for Tele, ICU, L&D, OB, Cath Lab, OR, PACU, ER, CV, and Procedural areas.PALS required for Pediatric areas with the exception of NICU.For added clarification, see Mandatory Education Requirements grid.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 40%
• Sitting = 40%
• Squatting = 60%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 60%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 20%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%
• Dust = 60%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 20%
• Latex = 40%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 40%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 20%
• Heating Devices = 60%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 20%
• Magnetic Fields = 20%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 60%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 60%
• Radiation = 40%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.