Paramedic - Emergency Department

Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus!Perks of working at Fisher-Titus:Hours of Work-PRNComprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!General Summary:Under direction of the Staff Nurse (RN) and according to established policies and procedures, performs patient care activities to assist health care providers in performing various technical and clerical procedures in the patient care area. The paramedic assists with the activities of the nursing staff, the patient, the physician, other hospital departments, and visitors.Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience:High School graduate or equivalent required.EMT-P Certification required.Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.Basic computer knowledge is preferred.CPR certification required. BLS is expected at renewal.2 Years of Paramedic experience preferred.Essential Functions:Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide patient care under the direct supervision of the RN.Accurately obtain and record patient specific data.Utilizes service recovery techniques when appropriate and escalates patient/visitor issues when necessary.Demonstrates safety while lifting, transferring, transporting, and discharging patients.IV establishment and maintenance.Demonstrates competency in the skills of point of care testing.Completes tasks delegated by the RN.Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goals and objectives.Assists POCT in completing required paperwork and documentation prior to the end of every shift.Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the emergency department, as define in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.Working Conditions:Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs.Bend – Up to 1/3 of timeSquat – up to 1/3 of timeClimb – up to 1/3 of timeReach – Up to 1/3 of timeLift – Up to 1/3 of timeCarry – up to 1/3 of timePush – up to 1/3 of timePull – N/ARight Hand – Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)Left Hand – Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the timeBody Fluid Exposure – YesCore Requirements:Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.Key Service Behavior:Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every timeEngages in active listening skillsUtilizes the AIDET communication toolUses key words at key timesUtilizes HEART service recovery techniquesSmiles and greets patients using the 10/5 ruleDemonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body languageEnsures patient privacy and promotes a healing environmentAdjusts approach to respect the diversity of patientsAssesses and manages patient's expectations of careCommitment to Safety - Every patient, Every timeFollows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognitionCommits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say somethingDelivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every timeCommits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of careEngages in practices that will continually improve processesQualifications Education Preferred High School or better in General.Licenses & Certifications Required ParamedicEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus!Perks of working at Fisher-Titus:Hours of Work-PRNComprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!General Summary:Under direction of the Staff Nurse (RN) and according to established policies and procedures, performs patient care activities to assist health care providers in performing various technical and clerical procedures in the patient care area. The paramedic assists with the activities of the nursing staff, the patient, the physician, other hospital departments, and visitors.Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience:High School graduate or equivalent required.EMT-P Certification required.Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.Basic computer knowledge is preferred.CPR certification required. BLS is expected at renewal.2 Years of Paramedic experience preferred.Essential Functions:Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide patient care under the direct supervision of the RN.Accurately obtain and record patient specific data.Utilizes service recovery techniques when appropriate and escalates patient/visitor issues when necessary.Demonstrates safety while lifting, transferring, transporting, and discharging patients.IV establishment and maintenance.Demonstrates competency in the skills of point of care testing.Completes tasks delegated by the RN.Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goals and objectives.Assists POCT in completing required paperwork and documentation prior to the end of every shift.Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the emergency department, as define in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.Working Conditions:Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs.Bend – Up to 1/3 of timeSquat – up to 1/3 of timeClimb – up to 1/3 of timeReach – Up to 1/3 of timeLift – Up to 1/3 of timeCarry – up to 1/3 of timePush – up to 1/3 of timePull – N/ARight Hand – Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)Left Hand – Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the timeBody Fluid Exposure – YesCore Requirements:Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.Key Service Behavior:Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every timeEngages in active listening skillsUtilizes the AIDET communication toolUses key words at key timesUtilizes HEART service recovery techniquesSmiles and greets patients using the 10/5 ruleDemonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body languageEnsures patient privacy and promotes a healing environmentAdjusts approach to respect the diversity of patientsAssesses and manages patient's expectations of careCommitment to Safety - Every patient, Every timeFollows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognitionCommits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say somethingDelivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every timeCommits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of careEngages in practices that will continually improve processesQualifications Education Preferred High School or better in General.Licenses & Certifications Required ParamedicEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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