Paramedic, PRN - ER

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health, Inc. is seeking a Paramedic to respond to emergency medical calls and provide patient care as directed. The role reports to the Director of Emergency Services and is non-exempt under the FLSA.

Education preferred is an Associate's Degree with state licensure validation. EMT-P certification is required, along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS/PEPP within specified timeframes after hire. Ability to handle high-stress situations and work under supervision is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Stress management

Education

Associate's degree

State licensure validation

EMT-P license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS/PEPP certification

Job description

11132 Paramedic

Responds to calls for emergency medical services and provides patient care as directed and/or determined necessary.

Reports to: Director of Emergency

FLSA: Non-exempt

Education: Associate's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline; validated by current state licensure

Licenses: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-P)

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) within 6 months of hire date

Handle with Care to be received within 30 days of orientation and kept annually

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions

• Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.