Paramedic, Emergency Services – 24 evening

Paramedic, Emergency Services – 24 evening – (3285699)

Description

The Emergency Department (ED) Paramedic provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of an Emergency Physician. The ED Paramedic works in collaboration with Registered Nurses and other members of the care team in providing direct patient care activities including clinical assessment, obtaining vital signs, and assisting patients in need of emergency interventions. This also includes, but not limited to, other activities such as coordinating equipment, providing transportation activities, and performing tasks specific to the department assigned.

The ED Paramedic interacts with patients, families, nursing, and a variety of interdisciplinary personnel and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, a willingness for collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, and clinical proficiency.

Qualifications

Skills:

Required

• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Must be able to speak and understand written and oral English communication

Preferred

• BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support) preferred

Experience:

• Prior work experience as a paramedic is required

Education/Degree Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Completion of accredited Paramedic Program

Licensure, Certification or Registration:

• Massachusetts Paramedic Certification (EMT-P), BLS certification, ACLS certification, PALS certification required
• BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support) preferred

Primary Location

: MA-Salem-SLM Salem Hospital

Work Locations

: 

SLM Salem Hospital 

81Highland Ave 

Salem 01970

Job

: Nursing Support-Other

Organization

: Salem Hospital

Schedule

: Part-time

Standard Hours: 24

Shift

: Evening Job

Posted Shift Description: 24 hours 11a-11p

Employee Status

: Regular

Recruiting Department: SLM Emergency Care

Job Posting

: Apr 11, 2024

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