Paramedic - Emergency Department shift - Jeff.Hwy Orleans

About Ochsner

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.

Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assists the hospital in the care of patients and performs special technical skills/treatments according to level of knowledge under the supervision of a physician.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from an approved Paramedic Program

• Required – None
• Preferred – Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Hospital Experience

• Paramedic License in the State of Practice
• Certified with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as a Paramedic
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) to be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role, and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self‑directed including the ability to work independently.
• Effective planning, organizing, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with management.

• Provides direct patient care, within the scope of their license, with supervision from the physician.
• Medical treatment of wounds at the basic/intermediate/advanced level, wound care, administration of medications by pre‑established protocol, drawing bloodwork, placing splints/boots, Foley insertion, use of glucometer, I‑STAT, Kurin, vital signs (rectal temps/immunocompromised), and IV fluid administration.
• Administrator of preset protocols and standing orders, as ordered by a physician.
• Performs clinical job duties as defined in orientation packet for skills checkoff and is monitored on an annual basis thereafter through annual competency assessment.
• Supports physicians, nursing, and hospital administration by acceptance of established objectives, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates understanding of and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
• Accurately documents patient‑related tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introduction, communication style, and obtaining permissions.
• Other related duties as required.

Remain knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensure compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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