Paramedic - Emergency Department

Shift: Days (7a-7p); Weekends & Holidays Required Status: Full-time Department: Emergency Overview Location: Piedmont Fayette Hospital Responsibilities The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician, is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and tasks. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel. Qualifications Education: H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required Work Experience: 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred Licenses and Certifications: BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and ACLS Upon Hire Required and PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr