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About Us

Lifepoint Health’s Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide comprehensive healthcare in the Bluegrass region.Bluegrass Community Hospital/(Versailles, KY)/,Bourbon Community Hospital/(Paris, KY),/Clark Regional Medical Center/(Winchester, KY),/andGeorgetown Community Hospital/(Georgetown, KY)/are committed to our mission of/making communities healthier/.As an integrated network, our facilities have the ability and resources to develop opportunities for professional growth and advancement to accomplish your career goals. We take pride in personalized patient care backed by high-quality designations to support a culture of safety for both employees and patients. Get back to the heart of your community by caring for your neighbors -- join our team today!

A Career with Us Offers:

· Newly Adjusted Competitive Pay Rates

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Extended Illness Benefit (EIB)

· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

· Choice of Insurance Plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)

· Educational Assistance

· Bereavement Leave

· 401(k) Match

· Free Parking

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

As a member of the Emergency Department Team, the essential duties and responsibilities of a Paramedic, under the direction of an ED physician, include:Perform direct patient care under the direction of an emergency physician. Also performadministrative, clerical, and clinical duties as assigned by a Registered Nurse. Comply withall policies and procedures of Bluegrass Community Hospital .• Assists the Registered Nurse as directed with safe and effective patient care of all age groups• Transports patients using wheelchair or stretcher within hospital and to and from personal vehicles• Obtains/records vital signs including orthostatic vital signs• Documents patients’ stated complaint, past medical history, current medications, and reported allergies• Monitors oxygen saturation by pulse oximeter on an intermittent and continuous basis• Initiates cardiac monitoring; demonstrates ability to detect dysrhythmias and notifies registered nurse• Performs 12-lead electrocardiograms• Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)• Initiates oxygen therapy (nasal cannula, mask and bag-valve-mask ventilation) per protocol• Performs oral, nasal, and ET tube suctioning• Performs phlebotomy; sets up for, collects and labels ordered specimens• Initiates and maintains peripheral IV access and external jugular IV access as ordered and supervised by physician• Establishes intraosseous access as directed by physician• Inserts urinary catheters and gastric tubes (NG/OG) as ordered• Applies orthopedic appliances including but not limited to: Hare traction, clavicle straps, cervical collars, ace wraps, ankle air splints, knee immobilizers, slings, and simple splints• Sizes crutches and teaches crutch walking• Assists in C-spine immobilization/stabilization, placing patient on backboard or removing from backboard while maintaining proper cervical alignment• Assists with equipment setup to include but not limited to: Chest-tube drainage system, Rapid infusion/fluid warmer, Bair Hugger, gastric lavage• Assists in application of restraints• Transports patients including those on continuously cardiac monitoring to other departments within facility• Assists in monitoring patients receiving conscious sedation• Performs post-mortem care• In resuscitative situations, performs duties as ordered under the direction and supervision including endotracheal intubation• In resuscitative situations, administers medications according to ACLS and PALS protocols as ordered by physician• Escorts patients to examination rooms and prepares patient for evaluation; facilitates transfer of care between the EMS providers and ED staff• Assists physicians and/or advanced practice provider with examinations and procedures (e.g., suturing, lumbar punctures, pelvic exams)• Maintains patient safety and confidentiality at all times• Documents data collected/treatments performed in computer documentation system• Assists with sterile procedures, including but not limited to basic wound care, dressing removal, washing and irrigating wounds, applying dressings• Monitors assigned patients and reports unusual conditions to the RN or physician• Adheres to sterile technique standards, universal precautions related to safe handling of hazardous wastes, and body substance precautions• Performs all Emergency Department approved Point of Care Testing• Performs clerical duties as assigned by a registered nurse• Performs skills as listed on the Kentucky Board Approved Skills for Credentialed EMS Personnel under the direction and supervision of a physician

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum EducationHigh School diploma or GED equivalentGraduated from an approved EMT Paramedic program

Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Successful completion of the Critical Care EndorsementCurrent licensure by the state of Kentucky as an EMT-Criticial Care ParamedicCurrent ACLS, PALS, and BCLS certificationOne-year field experience required Licenses: current EMT-P License in the state of KY

Job: *Ambulance/Paramedic

Organization: *Blugrass Community Hospital

Title: Critical Care Paramedic (Part-Time)

Location: Kentucky-Versailles

Requisition ID: 7421-937