Paramedic II (Driver) - UH Freestanding ED FED - University Hospital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Alabama is seeking a Paramedic to perform prehospital care and support ambulance operations in Mobile. You will follow treatment plans, monitor vital signs, and perform EKGs, venipuncture, and IV insertion.

Responsibilities include documenting care in the EMR, collaborating with ED staff, and assisting with transport logistics while upholding safety and quality patient care standards.

Qualifications

• EMT-Paramedic certification required.
• Alabama paramedic licensure required.
• ACLS and BCLS certifications mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Perform EKG, venipuncture and IV insertion.
• Document in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Support ED processes and ambulance transport operations.

Skills

Clinical teamwork

Vital signs assessment

Patient care

Communication

Education

EMT-Paramedic certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Carries out a treatment plan in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintains clear communication with the attending physician, ED nursing and other members of the healthcare team.
• Taking vital signs, reporting deviation of normal vital signs
• Perform point of care testing
• Perform EKG
• Perform venipuncture & IV insertion
• Collect lab specimens
• Assist nursing staff with ED processes during transport downtime (admission, triage, etc.)
• Participate as a driver for the USA Southstar ambulance
• Promote patient safety and & family centered care
• Assist with maintaining a well stock orderly environment on the ambulance
• Document appropriately in the electronic medical record.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of EMT-Paramedic course Required
• 1 year paramedic experience. Preferred
• Licensed as a Paramedic in the state of Alabama Required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama may be required for some positions. Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.