Job Description

Overview:

Location: Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Shift: 7a-7p; Weekends & Holidays Required 

Status: Full-time

Department: Emergency Department 

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 with high volume 911 experience. 

Licenses and Certifications

• Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Georgia , National Registry Preferred
• BLS Certification Required

Additional Licenses and Certifications

• ALS/ACLS and PALS (Paramedics new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Required
• Experienced Emergency Department Paramedics will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification Required

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Shift work, Weekend work,

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