Paramedic - Monroe Regional Hospital - Emergency Center

ProMedica; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Job summary

ProMedica's Monroe Regional Hospital Emergency Center is seeking a skilled Paramedic to join the night shift. Responsibilities include EKG, triage, venipuncture, and assisting physicians and nurses in critical care scenarios.

Must hold Michigan paramedic license, be BCLS and ACLS certified, and able to work flexible hours with a strong focus on patient care and teamwork. A comprehensive benefits package is offered by ProMedica.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced emergency medical technician classes and be currently licensed as a paramedic in Michigan.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Performs EKG, triage, venipuncture, wound care, and other ER duties as assigned.
• Assists emergency physician, RN or MLP with tests/procedures for critical patients.
• Collects and labels specimens, performs POC testing, and manages specimens per policy.
• Transports patients and provides post-mortem care when needed.
• Keeps equipment functional and stocks supplies in patient care areas.

Skills

Advanced EMT

Paramedic

BCLS

ACLS

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ECG

Venipuncture

Point of Care Testing

Job description

Location:Monroe Regional HospitalDepartment:Emergency CenterWeekly Hours:36Status:Full timeShift:Nights (United States of America)Job Summary:All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwisePerforms a variety of duties, EKG, triage patients, venipuncture, cleanse, dress, splint wounds as ordered, etc. involved in ER patient care, daily assignments with determine the duties.Assists, under directions, emergency physician, registered nurse or MLP in a number of tests/procedures common to critical care/trauma patients.Collects, appropriately labels specimens for testing; performs Point of Care Testing for glucose, ucg's and urine dips routine tests procedures, visual acuity readings, EKGs, IV starts, administers oxygen, etc., according to direction; deliver stat specimens to lab; picks up blood from blood bank; uses established procedures when handling specimens and caring for patients.Responsible for checking designated equipment for proper functioning; stocks patient care areas with appropriate supplies; exchanges ALS medications; checks patient care areas for cleanliness; and empties linen and trash as needed on off shifts.Documents and signs emergency chart as to care and treatment rendered to patients. Receive critical lab results from Lab, communicate, and document results per policy.Discharges patients without prescriptions and with written discharge instructions as directed by Emergency Physician, MLP, or RN.Transports patients as needed; provides post-mortem care and assists in transporting bodies to the morgue.Works with a team and fosters effective inter-relations with patients, families, and all members of the health care team.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.Skills: N/AYears of Experience: N/ALicense: Must have advanced emergency medical technician classes and be currently licensed in the State of Michigan as a paramedic.Certification: Must be BCLS and ACLS certified.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: N/ASkills: N/AYears of Experience: Prefer experience as an A-EMT or in emergency services in a clinical setting.License: N/ACertification: N/AADDITIONAL EXPERIENCEMust have interpersonal skills required to communicate effectively with patients of the following ages: neonate (birth to 1 month), infant (1 month to 1 year), pediatric (1 year to 12 years), adolescent (13 years to 17 years), adult (18 years to 64 years), geriatric (64 years and above), physicians and other hospital personnel.As an essential job function, due to continuously changing patient census/activity and staffing needs, must have the flexibility to work a varying schedule should the need arise, which may require working a varying shift, overtime (greater than 40 worked hours per week) and/or shift durations that exceed the assigned status for shift length and/or hours per week.WORKING CONDITIONSPersonal Protective Equipment: N/APhysical Demands: Must have the physical ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods; and to lift position and transfer patients.The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or other status protected by applicable law.Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free WorkplaceProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.Benefits:We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact [e-mail] Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace