The Emergency Department (ED) Paramedic provides patient care and performs unit activities under the direction of an Emergency Physician. The ED Paramedic works in collaboration with Registered Nurses and other members of the care team in providing direct patient care activities including clinical assessment, obtaining vital signs, and assisting patients in need of emergency interventions. This also includes, but not limited to, other activities such as coordinating equipment, providing transportation activities, and performing tasks specific to the department assigned.

The ED Paramedic interacts with patients, families, nursing, and a variety of interdisciplinary personnel and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, a willingness for collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, and clinical proficiency.

Skills:

Required

• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Must be able to speak and understand written and oral English communication

Preferred

• BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support) preferred

Experience:

• Prior work experience as a paramedic is required

Education/Degree Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Completion of accredited Paramedic Program

Licensure, Certification or Registration:

• Massachusetts Paramedic Certification (EMT-P), BLS certification, ACLS certification, PALS certification required
• BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support) preferred