Paramedic

Lifepoint Health

Posted 24 days ago

Full Time

Ottumwa, Iowa

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency medical calls to provide necessary patient care and assessments under physician supervision. Responsible for monitoring patient conditions, documenting care, and maintaining medical equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

You have completed a program in emergency medical services and possess a current state licensure as an EMT-P. You are skilled in patient assessment, treatment, and documentation, with the ability to manage equipment and supplies effectively in a high-stress environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

EMT-P

BLS

ACLS

PALS

PEPP

Handle with Care

Job Description

11132 Paramedic
Responds to calls for emergency medical services and provides patient care as directed and/or determined necessary.
Reports to: Director of Emergency
FLSA: Non-exempt
Education: Associate’s Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline; validated by current state licensure
Licenses: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-P)
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) within 6 months of hire date
Handle with Care to be received within 30 days of orientation and kept annually
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Essential Functions
Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.
Non-Essential Functions

Lifepoint Health

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is a system of hospitals located across Middle Tennessee with a vision of transforming healthcare by improving health outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and improving access and convenience. Visit one of our critical access hospitals in your community offering an extensive range of in-patient, outpatient and emergency services for adults and children. Highpoint Health – Sumner 555 Hartsville Pike Gallatin, TN 37066 Highpoint Health – Riverview 158 Hospital Dr. Carthage, TN 37030 Highpoint Health – Trousdale 500 Church Street Hartsville, TN 37074
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