Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

In accordance with the Mission and Guiding Behaviors; the Paramedic will provide patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. Functions within the standards, policies, procedures and guidelines of the Organization.

This Paramedic position will be sharing time between the Emergency Departments at Mount Carmel Grove City and Mount Carmel Franklinton working three 12-hour shifts per week from 7am - 7:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays.

What You Will Do:

Initiates respiratory interventions including oxygen therapy and assistance with preparation for intubation per physician order or protocolInitiates and discontinues intravenous lines and intraosseous (IO) access as requested by the physician, including use of the ultrasound machineInterprets cardiac rhythms and initiates appropriate treatment (CPR/defibrillation)Transports and monitors stable telemetry and non-telemetry patientsMaintains professional radio communication with incoming EMS unitsPerforms patient care activities as appropriately delegated by the RN in a timely mannerPerforms treatments and procedures according to approved standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.Verifies and implements physician/other licensed independent practitioner’s orders.Administers medications, according to the organization’s standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines.Initiates appropriate emergency procedures within the scope of practice under the direction of the physician/other LIP.Practices proper patient identification procedures. Maintains equipment appropriate to the care environment.Establishes priorities for the delivery of care and meets patient needs.Performs visual acuity, eye irrigations and equipment setupsPerforms CLIA-waived testing as assigned.Performs phlebotomy and obtains lab specimens as ordered.Follows appropriate protocols and participates as a team member for trauma, stroke, STEMI and sepsis alerts, and resuscitation.Performs wound care and practices sterile technique when appropriatePerforms suture and staple removal, excluding facial region.Performs foley care and collects specimens.Performs EKGPerforms PhlebotomyPerforms orthopedic dutiesParticipates in hazardous materials or disaster eventsPerforms duties as assigned in triage including facilitating door to EKG benchmark

Minimum Qualifications:

High School / GED. Successful completion of an approved course(s) which includes basic patient care skills, EKG and phlebotomy requiredLicense / Certification: Current Paramedic Certification in the State of Ohio. ACLS required, Current BLS Healthcare Provider required, PALS preferredExperience: 2-4 years previous patient care experience and/or technical education in health-related field preferredEffective Communication Skills

Position Highlights and Benefits:

Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.Generous paid time off programs.Employee recognition programs.Tuition/professional development reimbursement.Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.Employee Referral Rewards program.Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity 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, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.