Special Event Paramedic

OhioHealth; Williamstown (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Kentucky (Williamstown) is seeking a Paramedic for the Emergency Department to join the Paramedic Education team. Under direct supervision of the Staff RN, the role performs select nursing-related activities, responds to code assists, and assists with procedures and patient care.

The position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration with ED staff, with responsibilities ranging from patient care to EMS equipment maintenance and documentation. Day shift availability is noted.

Qualifications

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association)
• BLS - Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
• EMTP - Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (National Registry)
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association)

Responsibilities

• 40% Patient Care Activities: Takes vital signs, assists with admissions/transfers, prepares patients for evaluation, monitors and records outputs, supports physician procedures, documents interventions and patient responses.
• 40% Clinical Information System: Enter orders, retrieve data, prepare specimens, communicate with physicians and departments, assist with data collection.
• 20% Equipment and Supply Maintenance: Locate and organize EMS equipment, restock areas, arrange repairs via work-orders.

Skills

Clinical care

ED procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Staff RN, this position performs select nursing-related activities, responds to code assists, performs procedures; utilizes prescribed equipment; and performs other miscellaneous duties.

Responsibilities And Duties:

40%
Patient Care Activities: Takes vital signs and weight; participates in patient admission and transfer; prepares patient for physician evaluation; measures and records intake and output; performs CPR; performs EKG; obtains EKG; places patient on cardiac monitor; obtains oxygen saturation levels; provides oxygen per physician order/protocol; assists patient with activities; assists with turning, positioning, and other ADL. Transfers patient safely to diagnostic testing, in-patient units, and other areas of the medical center. Responds to code assists. Utilizes orthopedic equipment; applies bandages and restraints as ordered. Applies compresses and bandages; applies heat and cold as directed; performs postmortem care. Irrigates NG tubes/connects NG tube to low wall suction; inserts Foley/straight catheters; maintains Foley catheter to straight drain; performs venous access to peripheral sites for lab draws, initiates peripheral IV catheters per MD order/protocol; discontinue peripheral intravenous catheters; cleanses wounds and applies sterile bandages as ordered. Assists physician with suturing. Discharges patient from the ED as directed by RN. Documents interventions, patient’s responses and care appropriately. Does not monitor or administer dosages/rate/infusions of medications other than normal saline e or any kind by any route. Does not perform independent intake/quick look or initial assessment triage.
40%
Performs Clinical Information System: Maintains knowledge and skills necessary to interact with all ED communication and information systems. Enters orders and patient information; retrieves data as needed. Prepares and sends specimens to appropriate diagnostic facilities. Communicates appropriately with physician, hospital departments, and other patient care resources via telephone as directed. Prepares and maintains physician call schedules and other information. Assist with data collection. Documents all actions appropriately as needed.
20%
Equipment and Supply Maintenance: Locates, cleans and organizes EMS equipment. Prepares EMS equipment for shipping and maintains records of same. Cleans and organizes emergency department equipment as needed. Re-stocks patient care areas and supply areas as needed. Identifies equipment in need of repair, initiates work-order, and delivers equipment for repair to Plant Operations. Maintains forms and supplies as needed.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GED (Required)ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, EMTP - EMTP - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association

Additional Job Description:

Emergency Department Background.

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

As Needed

Department

Paramedic Education

Join us!
… if your passion is to work in a caring environment
… if you believe that learning is a life-long process
… if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment