Paramedic / Emergency / Full Time 11a-11p

Job Description

Summary of Performance Expectations. The paramedic collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to provide care as appropriate to the population served and in compliance with standards of practice. The paramedic will provide care to patients under the supervision of the Provider. The Emergency Department Medical Director will provide oversight for Paramedic clinical practice. Generally, follows the standard emergency medical services (EMS) paramedic patient care treatment protocols set forth by the North Carolina EMS systems except where they are superceded orders from the attending physician or licensed mid-level provider. Education and Credentials: Required Successful completion of a Paramedic Training Program (OEMS approved). Current North Carolina Paramedic Certification (National registry preferred). Certification in BLS required upon employment. Completion of CPI course required within three months of employment. Certification in ACLS and PALS required within three months of employment. Preferred Work Experience: Required One year of experience. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in basic aspects of job within three months of employment date. Preferred Electronic Health Record (EHR)

About Us

Catawba Valley Medical Center COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY As the region's largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home. Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time. At A Glance:

• Region's only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Women's Choice Award winner for America's Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center

HIGH LEVEL OF TECHNICAL CARE FROM MEDICAL EXPERTS Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available. One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 5507
• Job Category Allied Health
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC, 28602, US

Catawba Valley Medical Center