Advanced Paramedic (ED)

Job overview

Advanced Paramedic (ED) This is an onsite, full-time position in Overland, KS. Compensation is not specified. Research Medical Center is part of HCA Healthcare. The Advanced Paramedic provides direct patient care, within the scope of the Paramedic/EMT Practice Act and under the direction of the Registered Nurse, in the Emergency Department. As an ER Advanced Paramedic, you perform a variety of functions for patients requiring urgent or emergency attention.

What you'll do

• Assist with obtaining and documentation of vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
• Assist with other technical functions such as: obtaining 12-lead EKGs, discontinuation of peripheral IV and heparin/saline locks and maintenance and care of specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Assist with patient care and treatments including positioning patients, application of sterile dressings, immobilization of extremities, cast and splint applications.
• Complete basic psychomotor skills and activities related to care.
• Assist with wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
• Report and document vital signs, test results, procedures and pertinent data in concise and timely manner.
• Clean and stock carts, rooms, and change linen as required.
• Provides written instructions and/or educational materials to patients and family members.

What we're looking for

Education

High School Graduate / GED

Experience

Minimum 1 year of experience as a field Paramedic with an EMS agency and/or clinical experience working in a hospital

Skills & competencies

advanced paramedic

paramedic

ed

emergency department

onsite

overland ks

research medical center

night shift

full-time

weekend required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

About the employer

Research Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.