Paramedic - PresNow-ABQ - ED​/UC Paseo - Assistance

Position: Paramedic - PresNow-ABQ - 24/7 ED/UC Paseo - Relocation Assistance Available
Paramedic - Pres Now-ABQED/UC Paseo - Relocation Assistance Available at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary:
A Paramedic at PRESNow Paseo provides advanced patient care in an emergency department setting, responding to emergency medical telephone calls and assisting with triage and treatment. The role requires current New Mexico Paramedic licensure, CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications, and involves patient monitoring, documentation, coordination with EMS transport, and maintaining emergency supplies. This part-time position emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and community health support, with opportunities for career growth and wellness benefits.
Overview:
The Paseo location of PRESNow is seeking a Paramedic.
Performs advanced patient care within scope of State licensure as well as PHS approved Paramedic Scope of Practice in the emergency department setting. Receives emergency medical telephone calls and provides emergency care to injured or ill patients.
Type of Opportunity:
Part Time (.45 to .89)
FTE:
Exempt:
No

Work Schedule:

12 Hour Nights
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• Shift differentials for nights and weekends

• Loan Forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department (to learn more )

Qualifications:

Previous EMS Dispatch experience preferred. 2 years ED patient care experience including triage experience preferred. Bachelor degree (any field of study) and 2 years of direct patient care experience. Current NM Paramedic licensure required. National EMD licensure preferred.
Current CPR and ACLS is required. Ability to type 20 wpm preferred. Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions is required.
Detailed Responsibilities for Paramedics in the ED setting:
Performs care to ED patients as identified in the Paramedic Scope of Practice policy.
Current license issued by the State of New Mexico Emergency Medical Service Bureau, as a Paramedic, is required. Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required as well as ACLS & PALS. Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions is required. Maintains annual current department competencies and Employee Health Requirements.

Education:

Essential:

• High School Diploma or GED
Credentials:
Essential:

• Emerg Med Tech/Paramedic-NM

• Current BLS is required.
Responsibilities:

• Participates in the provision of patient care based on setting and acuity of patient care needs. Ensures a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Organizes care in a manner that contributes to the overall quality of the team.

• Performs care within State Approved Scope of Practice and approved competencies.

• Assists in cleaning and maintaining emergency supplies and equipment.

• Monitors patients and maintains records using patient monitoring system and electronic health records. Documents and maintains an informative and accurate medical record to initiate charges for each patient treated. Maintains proper functioning systems and reports malfunctions immediately per PHS procedure.

• Documents and reports any pertinent changes to the Nurse, Charge Nurse, and Provider. Provides patient report to other staff as necessary.

• Communicates and processes necessary paperwork/information for patient admissions, transfers and discharges.

• Participates in unit based Shared Governance activities and assists with the implementation of changes as recommended by councils.

• Performs other functions as directed.

• May observe patient cardiac monitors and maintains records. Documents and reports any pertinent rate or rhythm changes,…