Paramedic Per Diem - Emergency Services (Mid Shift)

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The ER Paramedic at St. Tammany Health System in Covington provides bedside care, assists nursing staff, and performs specialized skills in the Emergency Department under physician supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma, active paramedic certification, one year of acute care or EMT/paramedic experience, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications with a manikin check off. Physical demands include lifting and standing; de-escalation training will be provided after hire.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Current Paramedic Certification.
• One year acute care hospital experience or EMT/Paramedic experience.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications (within 6 months of hire). The course must include a manikin check off.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in routine care and perform specialized technical skills.
• Report any unusual incidents or findings and maintain patient safety.
• Provide care in accordance with hospital standards under physician supervision.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; Paramedic Certification

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: TBD

Work Shift: 11am-11pm

JOB SUMMARY:

The ER Paramedic is a specially trained bedside caregiver who assists the professional nursing staff in performing routine care, performs specialized technical skills, reports any unusual incident or findings, and always maintains patient safety to a group of patients for a designated time period. ED Paramedic provides care in accordance with standards and procedures of the hospital and works under the direct supervision of a physician.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent required;
• Current Paramedic Certification;
• One year acute care hospital experience or one year experience as an EMT/Paramedic on an ambulance crew or Patient Care Technician;
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS (within 6 months of hire) certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off;
• Upon hire, the paramedic will be assigned a de-escalation class via Health Stream

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) - seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.