Paramedic Emergency Department Nights - 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.

• Assists licensed clinical staff in providing safe, effective patient care in the Emergency Department.
• Provides patient care and clinical support within the scope of paramedic training, certification, applicable protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Assists with emergency patient assessment, treatment, monitoring, specimen collection, transport, and documentation as directed.
• Supports patient flow by preparing rooms, stocking supplies, transporting patients, and assisting with procedures as appropriate.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, emergency responders, and members of the healthcare team.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and ready work environment by following infection prevention, safety, and departmental standards.
• Documents patient care activities, observations, and interventions accurately and timely.
• Delivers compassionate customer service to patients and families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to assess, treat, and care for patients to the level of certification [Required]
• Ability to maintain a professional and calm presence under the most critical situations [Required]
• Ability to determine the nature of patient conditions and assess whether patients have pre-existing medical conditions [Required]
• Ability to identify and treat life-threatening conditions within the paramedic's field of practice [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively [Required]
• Must have the ability to react calmly and effectively in the most critical situations [Required]
• Knowledge to identify patient acuity levels [Required]
• Ability to utilize and adapt to state-of-the-art technology, computer systems, and computer applications [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication [Required]
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds [Required]
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment [Required]
• Strong critical thinking skills [Required]

• 1+ related work experience [Preferred]

• Kansas (KS) Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
• National Incident Management System FEMA Training (NIMS) [Preferred]

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.