Paramedic PRN

Job: PARAM004259

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• • Posted:
    August 19, 2026
    
    

  
  
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  Hazel Dell ED-UC
  
  
  14585 Hazel Dell Pkwy
  
  
  Carmel, IN 46033, USA
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  Carmel, IN 46033, USA
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Job Details

Description

Job Summary

The Paramedic provides care and support to patients in the Emergency Department. This includes, but is not limited to: transportation, nutritional support, routine hygienic care, selective respiratory procedures, selective dressing applications/changes, complete vital signs, selective treatments, retrieval of equipment and basic support of ADLs.

Job Responsibilities

• Collects and conveys information to RN and physician regarding the health status of patients throughout their visit in the Emergency Department. Communicates information, both verbally and in writing, to the RN for development and modification of the patients care plan. Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation and ease apprehension. Keeps patients informed of their treatment plan and status throughout their stay in the Emergency Department.
• Performs specialized work initiating emergent or appropriate care, within scope of practice and under the supervision of the Emergency Department Registered Nurse.
• Assists both emergency department patients, and outpatients, to establish and maintain an effective patient flow in the Emergency Department.
• Assists patient into gown as appropriate. Takes Vital signs and records. Measures and records patients input and output. Attaches oxygen, oxygen saturation and cardiac monitor as requested/needed.
• Initiates lifesaving measures as needed, i.e., opening an airway, ventilation using bag valve mask, hemorrhage control, chest compressions, stabilization of fracture, cervical spine alignment, etc.
• Stabilizes and extricates injured patients from vehicles at emergency department entrance. Assists patients to and from vehicles and the emergency department. Transports patients as directed.
• Cleans and dresses wounds. Sets up and assists with procedures as directed.
• Performs phlebotomy duties, basic laboratory procedures, wound cultures, Point of Care testing, EKGs and application of splints. Inserts, monitors, and discontinues non-medicated IV catheters in adults & pediatric population and document as required.
• Assists in the maintenance and operation of the department by: Reporting defective/broken equipment to appropriate department for repair according to protocol, cleaning and stocking rooms, answering phones, retrieving or transporting supplies, etc.
• May administer limited medications, as ordered by the attending physician, listed on the Paramedic Medication Administration List upon successful completion of the "ED Paramedic Pharmacology Exam.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: State certified EMT-P course completion EMT-P Certification, State of Indiana
• Other: Competencies for routine clinical tests and procedures must be obtained within one year of employment in position. NRP certification must be obtained within one year from hire.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum: None
• Preferred: One (1) year of experience working as a paramedic

License/Certification Requirements

• Basic Life Safety (American Heart Association)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association) or ENPC
• EMT-P Certification, State of Indiana

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Preferred

GED or better in Other.

High School or better in Other.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BLS- Basic Life Support

Paramedic

Preferred

ACLS

PALS

Equal Opportunity Employer


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Why Riverview Health?

You chose your career because you care for people and serve as a champion and advocate for their health and wellbeing. Riverview Health provides an environment where you can deliver on your passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care to everyone in our community. We deliver on our promise of exceptional care by investing in the latest technology within a progressive, nurturing environment, while also supporting our community through educational seminars, screenings and other events designed to help patients and their families stay healthy.

Riverview Health is one of the largest employers in Hamilton County, Indiana, and is located in one of the fastest growing and most desirable communities in the state. With over 125 years of experience delivering healthcare, we serve our community with two hospitals, three freestanding emergency department / urgent care centers, community outreach programs, and outpatient primary and specialty care practices. We believe our best is yet to come as we continue to expand our services and reach in response to community needs, our promise of exceptional care, and our partnership with Parkview Health.

Flexible scheduling and career growth.

We know our allied health professionals are juggling multiple personal and professional responsibilities. To accommodate the different needs of our staff, Riverview Health offers a variety of shift options tailored to individual departments. Our size provides nurses with opportunities to engage with other members of the healthcare delivery team and leaders who promote continuous learning, growth, and skill development.

A culture of support, teamwork and collaboration.

Those who have worked in smaller health systems recognize the positive work relationships, the ability to resolve issues quickly, and the level of teamwork demonstrated across care teams. At Riverview Health our employees value the autonomy to practice at the top of their license, build meaningful patient connections, and deliver care that is truly community focused. Our team members know they are valued and cared for as people, not as numbers.