Paramedic - South OKC/Freestanding Emergency Department - Full Time - Midshift

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Paramedic for the South OKC/Freestanding Emergency Department on a full-time midshift. The role involves direct patient care under physician direction, with emphasis on rapid assessment and stabilization in the ED setting.

The Paramedic will perform procedures, monitor cardiac rhythms, draw labs, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe, quality care. Requires Oklahoma paramedic license and NREMT with BLS; PALS/ACLS within 3 months as

Qualifications

• Paramedic training is required.
• 2 years hospital or pre-hospital experience.
• Current Oklahoma Paramedic License required.
• NREMT certification required.
• BLS required; PALS and ACLS within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide care per OU Health policies.
• Collaborate with patient and family to execute care plans.
• Maintain communication with physicians and nurses.
• Monitor patient status and report changes.
• Assist with IV/IO access and basic procedures.
• Administer medications per policy and protocol.
• Ensure patient safety and proper charting.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Paramedic Training Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teletracking

EMR systems

Job description

Position Title: Paramedic - South OKC/Freestanding Emergency Department - Full Time - Midshift Department: SOKC Emergency Department Job Description:

The Hospital Paramedic functions under the administrative guidance of the shift supervisor or manager to provide services to emergency patients. Under the clinical direction of the Emergency Department Physician, collects and conveys information to physician and licensed nurse regarding the health status of patients.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provides care in accordance with established policies and procedures of OU Health.

• Carries out treatment plan in collaboration with the patient, the patient's family, and members of the healthcare team.

• Maintains clear communication with attending physician and licensed nurse assigned to patient about all patient care issues.

• Observes and report patients' signs or symptoms.

• Contributes information to the licensed nurse for the development and modification of the patient's plan of care.

• Assists the licensed nurse in delivering and documenting care provided to the patient.

• Provides for patient safety.

• Maintains competence with charting.

• Takes vital signs.

• Measures and records patients' input and output.

• Attaches oxygen and cardiac monitor and monitors patients' cardiac rhythm, performs 12 Lead EKG acquisition, documents EKG strips, suctions patients' airways as directed and within competency, and reports findings to physician and care team assigned to patient.

• Receives patients from EMS personnel and prepares patients for the physician's care.

• Collects routine laboratory specimens as directed by the physician.

• Performs basic laboratory procedures.

• Establishment of peripheral intravenous (IV), intraosseous (IO) lines, and ultrasound guided IVs.

• Performs venipunctures and insertion and removal of peripheral intravenous catheters from extremities.

• Administers medications, including those permitted within the paramedic scope of licensure, in accordance with hospital policy, established clinical protocols, and under the authorization and direction of the supervising physician or medical director.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Paramedic Training Program required.

Experience:

2 years of hospital and/or pre-hospital experience providing immediate stabilization and transport of sick and injured patients required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s):

• Paramedic License issued by the State of Oklahoma required.

• Paramedic Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required within 3 months.

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required within 3 months.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic hospital policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to type accurately.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on providing customer service to internal and external customers.

• Good computer skills with familiarity and/or ability to learn Microsoft Office, Teletracking, and other software applications.

• Knowledge of commonly used hospital based computer programs.

• Ability to relay information accurately and concisely.

• Ability to work closely with multiple disciplines in the healthcare setting.

• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.