Job Information
National Jewish Health Acute Care Paramedic - Immediate Care Clinic in Denver, Colorado
The Immediate Care Clinic at National Jewish Health is seeking an Acute Care Paramedic to join our team! Our team is a close-knit group of professionals taking care of a variety of walk-in, same-day patients. We provide care for those experiencing respiratory illness, lacerations, sprains, strains, and other minor illnesses. We offer the opportunity to get to know and work with the entire National Jewish Health campus and interact with various departm
The clinic operates from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. We offer a flexible schedule which includes two weekend shifts per month.
Position Summary
The Acute Care Paramedic under the direction of the designated department physician, advanced practice practitioner or charge nurse is responsible for implementing technical, basic and advanced procedures and care to pediatric and adult patients. The quality of care and service given will adhere to the philosophy and objectives of National Jewish Health in order to meet the healthcare needs of patients and their families. The Acute Care Paramedic works responsibly under the direct supervision and responsibility of the physicians performing care for patient(s) in accordance with physician's orders, policies, procedures, established standards and administrative policies. The Acute Care Paramedic provides emergent/urgent patient care under the direction of a physician, advanced practice provider and/or registere
Essential Duties
Performs technical procedures as delegated, including establishing IV access, collecting specimens, providing wound care and providing advanced life support to patients in emergency situations. May perform ECGs and vital statistics/telemetry monitoring. Completes a variety of medical services including verifying patient information; reviewing and updating medical records; taking vital signs; administering medications per policy and procedures; supporting airway management; providing phlebotomy, etc. Assists health care providers during examinations; prepares laboratory specimens; performs basic testing; disposes of contaminated supplies, and cleans or prepares for sterilization of medical instruments. Assists in balancing workloads, coordinates and maintains clinical flow by coordinating with care providers, and monitoring patient flow. Provides standardized education for patients and families through written and verbal instructions and answering questions as directed by provider. Provides basic respiratory therapy and airway management to patients. Serves as the preceptor and mentor to other team members, education, skill validation, tracking, assessment and monitoring progress. Cross trains to cover multiple roles within department (e.g. patient watches, covers breaks/shifts for Administrative Professional role and performs non-medical duties as requested by administration. Completes, maintains and submits requisite reports and compliance measures. Orders, restocks and manages inventory of medical supplies. Assists with patient flow and keeping patient rooms clean, stocked, and orderly. Participates in hospital committees, as directed by leadership. Reports abnormal assessment findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to medical/nursing staff. Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; and arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Competencies
Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health. Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes a d tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards impos Care Management: Having the knowledge and skills to secure relevant patient care data and identify key issues and relationships in the management of patient care; understanding the relationships among assessments, interventions, and patient responses; skilled in documentation of assessments and adjusting physical and cognitive prescriptions as needed. Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others. Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive. Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.