Paramedic Associate - Shawnee Mission
Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 9100 W 74TH ST City: SHAWNEE MISSION State: Kansas Postal Code: 66204 Job Description: Actively participates in bedside shift reports, safety huddles, multidisciplinary patient rounds, and hourly rounding. Provides quality patient care under the direction of the Physician and in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Participates in shared decision-making, performance improvement activities, and provides input to committees. Accepts accountability for problem-solving issues and works with leaders to resolve clinical issues. Documents interventions in a timely manner. Administers medications when ordered by the overseeing physician and delegated by the Registered Nurse. Assures patient safety by adhering to established policies and procedures and utilizing patient safety resources. Prioritizes interventions based on patient needs in collaboration with nurse and support staff. Performs and documents accurate reassessments as defined by standards of care and physician orders. Monitors and intervenes in pain management under the delegation of the Registered Nurse. Administers and monitors respiratory therapy in collaboration with respiratory therapy. Performs and documents procedures according to the Paramedic scope defined by the Medical Director, including dressing changes, wound care, blood draws, IV and IO insertion/discontinuation, splinting, cervical stabilization, hemorrhage control, mechanical restraints, and assisting with complex bedside procedures. Other duties as assigned. The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Grad or Equiv (Required)Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) - RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement, Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) - RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement, Licensed Paramedic (PARA) - EV Accredited Issuing Body, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) - RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement Pay Range: $20.10 - $32.16 This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job