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Novant Health Paramedic in Wilmington, North Carolina
Overview
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About the Job
Location: NHRMC Orthopedic Hospital
Department: Vitalink
Full Time Equivalent: FTE: 0.900000
Work Type: 64 to 80 Hours Pay Period
Work Schedule: 12HR NIGHTS- 7P-7A Shift
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Summary
The Staff Paramedic provides high quality patient care and safe medical transport to sick and injured patients in all age groups. Develops a plan of
care for each patient that is consistent with approved treatment protocols, policies and procedures. Responsible for the operation of emergency
vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with team to initiate a plan of care based on patient assessment and significant other input/data. Continuously reviews and
revises plan as needed per patient’s condition. Maintains thorough patient care documentation. 2. Operates and maintains the vehicle in a safe,
efficient manner, obeying all traffic laws. Properly inspects the vehicle and medical supplies/equipment. Initiates appropriate actions based on
inspections. Maintains ambulance in a continuous state of readiness. 3. Completes daily base duties as well as all mandatory education/training.
Stays current with NHRMC and department specific communications (i.e. emails, staff meetings, communication boards, etc.) 4. Promotes team
effort and unity when working with Regional Transfer Center, NHRMC, other NHRMC departments, external public safety agencies and other health
care providers. 5. Annually continues personal development to enhance practice and profession 6. Organizes and performs work effectively and
efficiently, completing all paperwork within required time frames. 7. May perform moderate or waived point of care testing per CLIA and CAP
guidelines 8. Consistently demonstrates professional behavior and performs proactive interventions which support the Mission, Vision and Values
of NHRMC and this department. Responds to patient complaints. 9. Will serve as the primary back up to the NHEMS Field Operations Division.
- Demonstrates standards of performance (ownership, teamwork, communication, compassion) that support patient satisfaction and principles
of service excellence. 11. May participate in clinical care to scope of practice within NHRMC Emergency Departments under Medical Direction of
attending physician and established protocols. 12. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information
Qualifications
Other Information
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Successful completion of an approved Paramedic program. 2. Licensure / Certifications:
North Carolina Paramedic or Nationally Registered Paramedic. Current NC Paramedic required to perform direct patient care. BCLS, ACLS, PALS
prior to hire PHTLS/ITLS required within 90 days. Current driver’s license. Must meet general hospital driving requirements. EVO is required to drive
during emergency situations. Completion of National Registry Paramedic is expected within 2 years of hire. 3. Experience: Prefer at least one-year
experience with a paid EMS provider at the Paramedic level.
Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. - Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. - The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. - All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".
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Job Location NC-Wilmington
Job Opening ID 1280
Facility ORTHOHOSPITAL - NHRMC Orthopedic Hospital
Department EMS Vitalink
Work Schedule 7:00pm-7:00am