Paramedic I

Davita Inc.; Westlake (OH, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals to assist patients during their Emergency Department visits. This role involves performing essential tasks such as 12 lead EKGs, blood draws, and point of care testing, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. The ideal candidate will be proactive in preparing both patients and the care environment, while also adhering to strict policies regarding patient information. Join a team where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of patients in a fast-paced and rewarding setting.

Qualifications

• Assist patients during Emergency Department visits with various health care needs.
• Perform basic procedures like blood draws and EKGs as directed by clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Ensure completion of quality controls and checks for medical equipment.
• Prepare patients for exams and anticipate their needs proactively.

Skills

Patient Assistance

12 Lead EKGs

Blood Draws

IV Access

Point of Care Testing

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Basic Life Support

Tools

Defibrillator

Medical Testing Equipment

Job description

Description

11am-1130pm at St. John Medical Center in Westlake

A Brief Overview

Assist patients and health care needs as directed by clinician during Emergency Department visit including performing 12 lead EKGs, blood draws, initiate Hep-locks, bedside point of care testing, aerosol treatments. Ensures the daily completion of point of care testing quality controls, defibrillator checks, refrigerator checks, transports. Performs ABGs and gain IV access as directed by order. Prepares patients and care environment for exam, specimen collection and anticipates needs of patients and providers proactively. Performs delegated basic procedures as described by their annual competency based tool and orientation program.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.


• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.


• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.