Paramedic - Event Medicine

Job Summary:

The Owensboro Health Paramedic-Event Medicine independently works off assessment skills to activate patient care protocols to deliver patient care within their full scope of practice as defined by the state of Kentucky and Owensboro Health's scope of practice.

The ability to work independently is critical, since you may be the only EMS person at the event based on event size. Based on this need to work independently, we are able to consider only paramedics with 911 experience.

Position Shift:

• Our events are typically on nights and weekends, but can vary.

• Events can last from three to 13 hours but the average event is five hours.

• Event Medicine employees are required to be available for a minimum of three events per quarter.

Job Responsibilities:

• Actively participates with other members of the healthcare team to provide direct patient care.

• Responsible for triage care in the pre-hospital environment.

• Responsible for effective communication to ensure safe and quality patient care within the on-site care team and during handover.

• Utilizes the problem solving model to independently resolve patient problems and follow through with the healthcare team to implement solutions.

• Responds to emergency requests within the assigned small and large events.

• Maintains clinical competency per regulatory and accreditation compliance.

• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Skills and Attributes:

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

• Works under general supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Position Requirements:

Work Experience

• A minimum of 2 years' 911 paramedics experience required

Education

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Paramedic - Licensed Paramedic in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND

• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire AND

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire AND

• Driver - Valid driver's license and 21 years of age required upon hire

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.  Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. 

• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical - Hospital)

Standing: 75%

Walking: 75%

Sitting: 50%

Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75%

Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%

Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%

Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75%

Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25%

Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75%

Climbing: 50%

Bending/Stooping: 75%

Kneeling: 50%

Crouching/Crawling: 50%

Reaching: 75%

Talking: 75%

Hearing: 75%

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%

Keyboard Data Entry: 75%

Running: 50%

Vision: Depth Perception: 75%

Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%

Vision: Seeing Far: 75%

Vision: Seeing Near: 75%

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: High risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.