CAR-PARAMEDIC

General Purpose of Job:

Responds to requests for Paramedic level services from areas within the Emergency Department. Completes patient care tasks within the scope of the Paramedic/EMT scope of practice.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Responds to requests for paramedic level services from areas within the emergency department in a timely and safe manner.
• Completes documentation and records according to department policy.
• Ensures emergency preparedness equipment is ready for response at all times.
• Assists with codes and critical care patients within the emergency department at the paramedic level, including interdepartmental transport and monitoring.
• The paramedic performs assigned duties in the emergency department under the supervision of Nursing with documentation of proper training and skills evaluation.
• Assists charge nurse and/or triage nurse in assessing, prioritizing, and maintaining patient flow and assists in reassessing patient waiting to be seen.
• Participates in activities which contribute to professional growth and development
• Participates in community activities, which improve the public's understanding of the EMS system. .
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.