Paramedic, UH Emergency Department

Paramedic, UH Emergency Department

The Paramedic functions as an integral member of a team of patient care providers who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse (RN), the Paramedic, the Patient Care Associate (PCA), the Patient Services Associate, (PSA), and the Unit Clerical Associate (UCA), provides patient care and supportive services that are directed toward the achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving services levels, reducing the length of hospitalization and decreasing costs. Patients and their families will experience the benefits of patient-focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members.

In a hospital, Paramedics may perform emergency medical services in accordance with the following conditions: only in the hospital's emergency department (ED) or while moving a patient between the ED and another part of the hospital; only under the direction and supervision of a physician, a physician assistant designated by a physician, or an RN designated by a physician (ORC 4765.36). The Paramedic cannot perform any service outside the scope of practice of his or her certificate to practice.

The paramedic is responsible for providing a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities as supervised and directed by the RN. Overall responsibilities are to assist the team in meeting patient care needs.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: High School Graduate or GED certificate required, Paramedic-Advanced Certification required. Experience in an acute care environment is preferred.

Ongoing:

Demonstrated competence to meet essential job functions. Maintains knowledge related to patient care issues, quality improvement, cost reduction, and current policies, procedures, and protocols.

Location:

University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

36

Shift:

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.