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Paramedic, Emergency Department, Full Time, Night shift

Steward Health Care
Hialeah, FL
Full-time

Position Summary :

Knowledge of physiological, psycho-social and therapeutic components specific to assisting the appropriate treatment, and prioritizing of patients with real or potential life threatening conditions, presenting to the Emergency Department for care.

Assist professional nursing staff and physician with the provision of emergency treatment to patients of all ages.

Responsible for organized, systematic reception and categorization of patients, ensuring that immediate care is available for the seriously ill or injured patient.

Determines priorities confidently and directs patient flow in a high paced environment, while maintaining composure and courtesy to patients and families.

May be needed to work beyond the regular environment, while maintain composure and courtesy to patients and families. May be needed to work beyond the regular tour of duty or in another patient care unit as assigned by department head or nursing supervisor.

Position Qualification : (Training, Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities)

  • Minimum one year experience as a Paramedic in the hospital or Pre-Hospital setting or related experience.
  • Knowledge base requisite to the assessment and care for the emergency patient.
  • Possesses effective crisis intervention skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills in the English Language.
  • Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assist with varied operative procedures and surgeon's verbal directives.
  • Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment.

Required Licenses / Certifications :

  • State of Florida Paramedic License
  • BLS Certification Required
  • ACLS and PALS Preferred
  • CPI within 90 days of employment

Communication Skills :

Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization

About Steward Health Care

Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness.

One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients.

Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

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