PRN Paramedic - Life Support Team

Cleveland Clinic; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to join their team at Medina Hospital. This role is pivotal in providing immediate medical care to patients in emergency situations, requiring quick thinking and decisive action. As a Paramedic, you will be at the forefront of patient care, making a significant impact on lives every day. The position offers a dynamic work environment with varying shifts, allowing for personal and professional growth. Join a team that values excellence and commitment to patient-centered care, and be part of a rewarding career in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program required.
• Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate medical assessment and treatment to patients.
• Navigate an ambulance to the scene of accidents.

Skills

Emergency Medical Treatment

Patient Assessment

Fast Decision Making

Communication with Medical Personnel

Education

Accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program

Basic Life Support Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

Tools

Ambulance

Medical Equipment

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. As a proud recipient of the Vizient, Inc.'s Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Award, Medina Hospital is known for its excellence in delivering safe, patient-centered care that is timely, effective, efficient, and equitable. Medina Hospital has also been recognized for its commitment to creating a positive environment that empowers and engages staff by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Here, you can build a rewarding, lifelong career while receiving endless support and encouragement.

As a Paramedic, you will provide immediate medical treatment to patients presenting with various critical injuries, illnesses and concerns. In this role, fast thinking and processing are essential, as every second counts in an emergency. Your tireless efforts help improve outcomes and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, their families and your fellow caregivers.

**A caregiver in this position works varying shifts.**

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Provide immediate medical assessment and treatment to injured/ill patients on-site, in the community, and during transport to hospital.

+ Navigate an ambulance to scene of accident in response to emergency calls.

+ Maintain equipment, restock supplies and clean ambulances as necessary.

+ Assess the nature and extent of illness/injury and patient's history from available sources.

+ Determine appropriate independent or collaborative response.

+ Administer appropriate emergency medical care including life support procedures, decontamination protocols, fluid/drug administration, obtaining EKG readings and vital statistics monitoring in accordance with EMS protocols.

+ Communicate with medical personnel at hospital, report/record observations, and follow directives until report and hand-off at hospital.

+ Complete a USDOT approved Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) course within six months of hire.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Completion of an accredited EMS-Paramedic Training Program

+ Current licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) in Ohio

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA)

+ Current Ohio Valid Driver's License (VDL)

+ Three years of experience as an EMT-P OR one year of EMT-P and four years of equivalent EMT experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Experience in a larger metropolitan area

+ Experience in the Emergency Room or Critical Care Transport

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

**Physical Requirements:**

+ Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.

+ Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

+ Frequently lifts and carries items weighing over 75 pounds.

+ Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

+ Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.

+ Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities