Paramedic PRN

Jeff Davis Hospital; Hazlehurst (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeff Davis Hospital in Hazlehurst, GA is seeking a licensed Paramedic to provide high‑quality EMS care, respond to emergencies, and transport patients to medical facilities.

The role requires Georgia Paramedic certification, BLS/ACLS/PALS, a valid driver's license, and excellent communication with patients and agencies; you will train staff and uphold hospital protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum age 18.
• Current Georgia Paramedic certification.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Must pass evaluations during first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide EMS medical care per established policies.
• Respond to emergency requests and report patient condition.
• Operate medical equipment including defibrillator and monitor.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Submit EMS pre‑hospital forms and patient records.
• Move patients safely using cots and chairs.
• Administer wound care and immobilization as needed.
• Transport patients to facilities and gather billing information.
• Ensure EMT vehicle is stocked and maintained.
• Train new staff and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient care

Communication

Public relations

Training staff

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Georgia Paramedic certification

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Telemetry equipment

Oxygen equipment

Suction devices

CPR

Job description

Job Location: Jeff Davis Hospital - Hazlehurst, GA 31539

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain high quality of patient care by assuming responsibility for medical care of the patient and carrying out established policies and procedures.
• Respond to requests for emergency medical care, examine patients and report on patient condition to an emergency room nurse or physician via two‑way radio or telephone.
• Utilize medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator and EKS monitor, telemetry equipment, oxygen and suction devices, intravenous fluids, injections, CPR and other procedures and medications as required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Prepare and submit EMS pre‑hospital forms according to Gemsis Elite standards, patient records, and other forms as required.
• All aspects of patient movement including, but not limited to, lifting from the ground, lifting a patient while on the cot, lifting a patient in a stair chair, carrying a patient down steps in a stair chair or cot, moving patients from one surface to another.
• Administer wound care and apply traction and/or splinting.
• Read maps and route ambulance unit.
• Transport patients to medical facilities.
• Gather patient billing information and appropriate billing signatures.
• Assure that emergency vehicle is completely inventoried, stocked and in good running order throughout the work shift.
• Complete daily report. Report on mechanical problems with the Maintenance Department and/or Supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and area station.
• Comply with continuing education requirements and maintain all relevant certifications.
• Adhere to established pre‑hospital care protocols.
• Function as a public relations representative when dealing with facilities, agencies, etc.
• Responsible for adhering to all company policies and procedures.
• Effective oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Train new staff members.
• Other duties that are deemed necessary by the CEO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Current Georgia Paramedic certification.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Must pass a written & oral evaluation, psychomotor evaluation, and complete a field training evaluation period as part of the credential establishing process during the first 90 days of employment.
• Experience preferred.