Paramedic, PRN, Shift Varies

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking healthcare provider where you will play a vital role in delivering emergency medical services. As a Paramedic, you will be responsible for providing critical patient care, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals during emergencies. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, responding to calls and assisting in various medical procedures. If you're passionate about making a difference in the community and thrive under pressure, this role is perfect for you. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining high standards of care and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Paramedic or intermediate license.
• Requires knowledge of emergency medical care and city/county geography.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care under supervision, including vital signs and EKGs.
• Maintain ambulance and equipment, ensuring operational readiness.

Skills

EKG Interpretation

Venipuncture

Patient Transport

Basic and Advanced Life Support

Emergency Medical Care

Communication

Education

Paramedic License

Intermediate EMT License

Tools

Cardiac Monitors

Defibrillators

Ambulance Equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Summary:

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision, and values. The position requires a Paramedic or intermediate license through appropriate state and national registries, along with a valid driver’s license in good standing with the state.

Under the supervision of licensed registered nurses, paramedics/intermediate EMTs perform various duties to assist in patient care according to established policies and procedures. These duties include, but are not limited to, obtaining EKGs, venipuncture, ambulation assistance, measuring vital signs and blood glucose, and transporting patients.

Qualifications

• Performs ambulance and equipment maintenance; ensures radio equipment is operational.
• Responds to calls within specified time guidelines and provides care appropriate to the patient's needs within basic and advanced life support guidelines.
• Maintains competency in delivering emergency medical care, including the use of suction, immobilization equipment, intravenous infusions, medications, cardiac monitors/defibrillator/pacer, and other skills within scope of practice.
• Participates in continuous education programs to improve competence in ambulance services and operations.
• Possesses working knowledge of city/county geography and the ability to safely drive an ambulance under emergency conditions.
• Completes patient care reports promptly and documents care accurately.
• Adheres to facility guidelines, as well as state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines for emergency medical services.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with local pre-hospital providers, hospitals, and the community served.
• Able to lift and move patients as required to provide optimal care.
• Communicates effectively with receiving facilities to obtain medical direction and provide critical information.
• Coordinates with call dispatchers to receive call data.
• Performs basic patient care with minimal supervision within established policies across all age groups, including vital signs and venipuncture within hospital guidelines.