What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic position at Unity Health?
When it comes to quality healthcare, we believe you shouldn't have to travel far to find it. At Unity Health we strive to improve the quality of health and well-being for the communities we serve through compassionate care. Our facilities offer a combined total of 502 licensed beds and a medical staff of more than 160 physicians who specialize in various areas of healthcare.
Necessary qualifications and skills: Graduate of an approved Paramedic program. Current National Registry Paramedic certification and current Arkansas Department of Health, Division of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Paramedic certification, as demonstrated by renewal expiration dates. BLS required. ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certification preferred. One-year field experience preferred (after internship) as a paramedic in an advanced life support service. Experience within one year of application.
Summary: Provides assistance with the care for clients according to established standards and practices. Performs delegated tasks in accordance with physician’s orders and under the direct supervision of either the physician or the RN responsible for emergency services in the emergency department. The Paramedic will not perform any procedures outside of the emergency department. In no event may a Paramedic perform a procedure on a patient in the ED that he or she is not certified to do by the office of EMS, Arkansas Department of Health, and governing board. Consideration is given in the provision of care for the age and developmental status of the patient.
Job Duties and Descriptions:
- Must regularly lift, carry, position, and/or move 50 pounds or more.
- Obtains continued V/S and N/V checks.
- Assists and prepares patients for exam by disrobing, gowning, draping, as well as providing for patient comfort and privacy.
- Transports patients to and from vehicles, ancillary departments, and inpatient rooms.
- Follows nursing care plan in delivery of care.
- Always maintains patient confidentiality.
- Assists nurses and physicians with technical functions within the confines of the Emergency Department.
- Exhibits dependability and reliability in work attendance.
UNITY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
