PARAMEDIC - TMC BONHAM ER

Paramedic Position

The Paramedic will be able to provide quality care to patients of all ages in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the facility. The ED Paramedic reports to the RN for shift assignments and direction of shift duties as assigned. The Paramedic will be responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients under the supervision of the Ed Physician/RN. Under the direction of a health care practitioner, the Paramedic provides patient care within a defined scope of practice that includes patient care/observation, specified treatments and procedures; provision of environmental and personal safety, and effective communication. The Paramedic will also be responsible to collect pertinent data within their certification scope of responsibilities, and charts appropriately. Works in collaboration with RNs and Medical Providers to provide patient care to medical and trauma patients utilizing advanced skills and judgment. Paramedics will be responsible for ECG interpretation, IV therapy, and initiation of approved protocol orders and guidelines of patients in the ED setting. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited paramedic program.
• Required- 1 year experience as a Paramedic in a pre-hospital environment.
• Preferred- 1 year experience in a hospital setting as a paramedic
• Licensed Paramedic (LP) or Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Texas required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider course according to RQI program guidelines must be completed during new hire orientation prior to working in a clinical setting.
• ACLS and PALS within 90 days of hire.
• Must demonstrate arrhythmia competency by 90% score on testing within 90 days.

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