Paramedic - Emergency Department
@ Piedmont HealthcareParamedic - Emergency Department
About the job
Join Piedmont Fayette Hospital as a Paramedic in the Emergency Department. Provide culturally sensitive care, patient education, and support unlicensed staff. Full-time role with benefits and required certifications.
Requirements
- 1 year paramedic experience
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification within 6 months
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Licensed Paramedic in Georgia
- National Registry preferred
Full job description
Overview:
Location: Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Shift: Days (7a-7p); Weekends & Holidays Required
Status: Full-time
Department: Emergency
Responsibilities:
The Paramedic, under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or Physician is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, educating patients and their families, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology. The Paramedic participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and task. The role of the Paramedic Nurse Extender also, includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and the oversight of unlicensed personnel.
Qualifications:
Education
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Work Experience
- 1 year of experience as a Paramedic Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS Certification Upon Hire Required and
- ACLS Upon Hire Required and
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date within 120 Days Required
- LP - Licensed Paramedic Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia and National Registry Preferred