Paramedic
Company: Akumin
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
The Paramedic holds shift accountability for providing care to
patients by utilizing the Medical Emergency Management Plan in
accordance with the state medical policies and procedures. The
registered Paramedic demonstrates critical thinking skills,
scientific judgment and leadership in the anticipation and planning
for safe delivery of care; maintains clinical competencies through
continuing education; delegates patient care priorities
commensurate with the education and experience of the staff
available; provides assistance with patient care preparation.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Greeting patients and visitors in a courteous and helpful
manner;
Escorting patients to patient dressing rooms and instructing the
patient how to dress out for their procedure.
Explaining exam procedures to patients as needed.
Starting IV access on patients as needed using universal protection
equipment and aseptic techniques
Properly disposing of contaminated medical supplies in the
biohazard waste containers.
Restock scan rooms with linen and contrast. Empty and replace linen
bags as needed.
Restock IV room and O2 tank.
Unload supply boxes when they arrive. Report any shortages of
supplies to Chief Tech.
Replace robes on hangers making sure dirty robes are placed in
special linen bag for dry
cleaning. Check dressing rooms for cleanliness, clearing used
gowns. Restock gowns in cabinet.
Make sure saline flushes are ready for the next day.
Assist Technologist with patient requests as needed.
Other duties as assigned by the Clinic Administrator
Position Requirements:
High School graduation or GED equivalent.
Paramedics/EMT License
ACLS and BLS Required
Working knowledge of first aid.
Ability to learn the operation of fire suppression and other
emergency equipment.
Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical activities during
emergency
Ability to act effectively in emergency and stressful
situations.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with
employees, other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to make independent judgments which have considerable
impacts on the organization.
Familiarity with current software packages such as Microsoft Word,
Excel, Outlook
Physical Requirements:
Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or
moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor
is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires
substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Stooping. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the
waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable
degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back
muscles.
Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of
force constantly to move objects.
The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical
conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts and
exposure to chemicals.
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Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity
employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity &
expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
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