SR PARAMEDIC

System Support; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

System Support is seeking a SR Paramedic for the Miami Valley South Hospital Emergency Department. You will share patient care with a nurse, taking primary responsibility for assessments, ongoing monitoring, and advanced interventions during high-pressure situations.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited paramedic program. Ohio paramedic certification with BLS/ACLS is required, and PALS must be obtained within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Accredited paramedic program completion required.
• Paramedic certification from Ohio DPS required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required at hire.
• PALS certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient load in the ED alongside a nurse, with shared care.
• Perform assessments, monitor patients, and provide critical interventions.
• Coordinate with inter-professional team and ensure smooth care transitions.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to leadership in the ED.

Skills

Multitask under pressure

Basic computer knowledge

Strong organization skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Accredited paramedic program

Job description

Position

SR Paramedic

Department

Emergency Department

Shift

11AM-11:30PM/ 36 hours per week/ 72 hours per pay period

Facility

Miami Valley South Hospital

This position involves managing a patient load alongside a nurse in the Emergency Department (ED), justifying a higher pay for a paramedic by emphasizing the additional responsibilities and advanced skills required. This role involves shared patient care, where the paramedic contributes to assessments, ongoing monitoring, critical interventions, and decision-making. It requires strong critical thinking, time management, and the ability to prioritize care effectively under pressure. The paramedic’s skills go beyond pre-hospital care, assisting with complex procedures and coordinating with an inter-professional team, ensuring both physical and emotional patient needs are met. They also play a key role in crisis management, advocating for patients, and ensuring smooth care transitions. The paramedic takes on increased accountability, overseeing patient outcomes and managing high-risk situations. Additionally, this role often includes mentoring junior staff, further expanding the paramedic's responsibility and leadership in the ED setting.

Education

• Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED
• Additional requirements:Type of degree: Successful completion of an accredited paramedic program.
• Area of study or major: Paramedic

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Must hold valid Paramedic certification from Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS.
• BLS and ACLS certification required at the time of hire.
• Will be required to obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one year from date of hire or as soon as class availability permits.

Experience

• Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience
• Prior job title or occupational experience: Paramedic/Firefighter preferred
• Preferred experience: EMS/Fire experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be able to multitask with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor
• Basic computer knowledge
• Strong organization skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills