Paramedic PRN 7p - 7a

USMD Hospital at Arlington, LP; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

USMD Hospital at Arlington, LP seeks a paramedic-level professional to respond to requests from the ED and nursing staff, assist with ALS interventions, and support emergency care in accordance with hospital policies. The role includes hourly security rounds, fire safety tasks, and ongoing training.

Ideal candidates hold ACLS, BLS, PALS, EMT-P certifications and a High School Diploma; 2+ years of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication to inform employees of activities and policies.
• Ability to receive, comprehend, and carry out instructions; work safely with equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Ability to work alone and with others, handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for paramedic level services from areas within the emergency department.
• Complete documentation and records according to department policy.
• Ensure emergency preparedness equipment is ready for response.
• Restock emergency department and report damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
• Assist with code and critical care patients within the emergency department.
• Provide supervision and support under nursing direction as trained.
• Assist charge nurse in assessing and prioritizing patient flow and reassessment.
• Perform phlebotomy and lab specimen labeling for inpatients and ER.
• Participate in required department safety education and training.
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and wear identification while on duty.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to work under pressure

Phlebotomy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

ACLS

BLS

PALS

EMT-P

Job description

Responsible for responding to requests by the nursing staff or physician staff. Assist with ALS interventions and to assist with emergency care within the emergency department according to protocols and polices approved by the hospital and emergency department medical director, and hospital policy. Performs other duties related to the provision of care as assigned after appropriate training. Will perform hourly security rounds and fire safety inspections.

Education & Training:

High School Diploma required.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

ACLS, BLS, PALS, and EMT-P required.

Work Experience:

2-years' experience preferred.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Ability to stand/walk between 6 to 8 hours and sit between 4-6 hours. Requires the motion to bend, squat, reach, lift, carry, push, and pull 1/3 or more of the time. Climb up to 1/3 of the time. Continuous use of hands in gross and precise motor function. Lift up to 100 pounds 1/3 or more of the time. Body fluid exposure.

Special Requirements:

Verbal and writing ability required to communicate effectively in informing employees of activities and policies. Numerical ability required. Ability to receive, comprehend, and carry out instructions; ability to work safely with equipment, supplies, and materials; ability to comply with attendance requirements; ability to comply with Human Resource policies. Manage anger, fear, hostility, and stress appropriately. Work alone and with others effectively. Handle multiple priorities.

• Respond to request for paramedic level services from areas within the emergency department in a timely and safe manner.
• Complete documentation and records according to department policy
• Ensure emergency preparedness equipment is ready for response
• Restock emergency department and report damaged, unsafe, or malfunctioning equipment
• Assist with code and critical care patients within the emergency department
• Performs all duties under the supervision of nursing with proper training and skills
• Assist charge nurse in assessing, prioritizing, and maintaining patient flow and assist in reassessing patients waiting to be seen
• Performs phlebotomy and lab specimen labeling according to policy on in patient and ER
• Attends all required department-specific education and training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job related hazards
• Demonstrates proper body mechanics in all functions
• Wears proper identification while on duty