Emory

Emergency Department Paramedic / 7am - 7:30pm

Division
Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown
Campus Location
Atlanta, GA, 30308
Campus Location
US-GA-Atlanta
Department
EHM Emergency Services
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
139397
Job Category
Clinical & Nursing Support
Schedule
7a-7:30p
Standard Hours
36 Hours
Hourly Minimum
USD $20.86/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint
USD $27.94/Hr.

Overview

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  • Wellness incentives 
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Description

Emory University Hospital Midtown

7AM - 7:30PM

  • Under the supervision and direction of the Provider and Registered Nurse, provides direct patient care necessary for efficient functioning of the Emergency Department consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of Emory Healthcare.
  • Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
  • Operates as a customer service champion, keeping patients and providers informed, providing information and updates to patients, apologizing for waits, demonstrating caring, compassion, and concern, demonstrating a sense of urgency, advocating for pain management, and ensuring that patients can get help at any time.
  • Demonstrates, through behavior, Emory Healthcare's core values of integrity, compassion, service, excellence, stewardship, and teamwork as outlined in the organization's SERVICE initiatives.
  • Administers medication, oral or by injection, and performs phlebotomy procedures under a Physician's or RN's direction / Protocol or order. Inserts peripheral IVs, intraosseous devices, administers IV fluids without additives and maintains prescribed IV flow rates.
  • Observes and documents condition of infusion sites.
  • Removes IV lines as directed by RN or provider.
  • Applies slings, sling-n-swathe, finger splints, application of first-aid dressings, and noninvasive orthopedic devices.
  • Clean and dress wounds, as appropriate.
  • Follows Emory Healthcare isolation protocols, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, and performs hand washing according to Emory Healthcare policies and procedures.
  • Transports unmonitored patients to inpatient departments as needed, transports stable monitored patients to med-tele, or accompanies RN to transport patients to critical or progressive care units.
  • Assists by performing vital signs, obtaining 12 lead EKGs and documents completion of test after giving results to physician for sign off. Initiates cardiac monitoring, demonstrates ability to detect dysrhythmias and notifies the assigned nurse, charge nurse, and/or provider of abnormalities.
  • Initiates oxygen therapy as directed by RN or Physician. Access electronic medical records as necessary for job duties, and document interventions according to Emory Healthcare policies, procedures, and protocols.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Successful completion/graduation from an accredited Paramedic program.
  • 2 years of clinical experience as a licensed/certified paramedic.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.   

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

 

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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