Job Information
HCA Healthcare Paramedic in Derry, New Hampshire
Description
Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Paramedic? At Parkland Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
Parkland Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Paramedic like you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Position Summary:
The paramedic is a member of the healthcare team assisting in the care of emergency department patients under the guidance and direction of the Emergency Department Medical Director and the general supervision of the Emergency Department Director and in accordance with the standards of care and practice delineated by the State of New Hampshire Medical Control Boards’ Paramedic Patient Care Protocols. The paramedic provides age-appropriate individualized care under the guidance of the RN and follows physician orders for protocols, medications and diagnostic tests.
Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
Reception, rapid initial assessment and vital signs on arriving patients
Answers EMS radio calls and relays information to provider and Charge RN
Inserts airway adjuncts and administers oxygen therapy,
End tidal CO2 monitoring
Oropharynx and endotracheal suctioning
Cardiac monitoring including 12 lead EKG and vital signs
Assists with defibrillation, cardioversion and transcutaneous pacing
Performs intravenous access including intraosseous lines and venipuncture
Assists physician/provider with central line insertions, lumbar punctures, chest tube insertion, needle thoracotomy, endotracheal intubation, thoracentesis, arterial line insertion and suturing
Medication administration, on the approved medication list, as described by policy
Finger stick glucose testing
Collects specimens for POC moderately complex testing according to established policies and procedures
Performs POC moderately complex testing according to established policies and procedures
Performs and documents instrument maintenance; performs quality control according to established procedures; troubleshoots instruments effectively, when appropriate
Splints extremity injuries using pre-formed devices
Transports patients to receiving units
Stocks supplies and equipment
Checks outdates of supplies on carts and in drawers
Maintains equipment including daily/monthly checks as established
Cleans and prepares patient rooms
Accurate and timely communication regarding patient care issues or patient status changes
Accurate and timely documentation of care
Communicates effectively with physicians, other providers, patients and families
Promotes internal and external customer satisfaction
Builds and promotes a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement
Works as scheduled and is compliant with Attendance and Tardiness Policy
Functions the paramedic may not perform under any circumstances within the facility include:
Prepare or administer any medications not on the approved medication list
Administer or check blood products, insulin or chemotherapy products
Take telephone orders
Call nursing report to receiving units or to other facilities
Perform detailed or focused assessments in EDM
Discharge patients (may assist with discharge preparation such as crutches, splinting, dressing, etc)
What qualifications you will need:
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 60 months of employment start date
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 60 months of employment start date
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Located in Derry, NH, Parkland Medical Center (https://parklandmedicalcenter.com/) is a regional acute-care hospital offering 86 beds and a Level III Trauma Center. HCA Healthcare owns the facility, along with three other hospitals, two freestanding emergency rooms, an ambulatory surgery center, and an urgent care center in New Hampshire. The organization employs 2,600 colleagues and 554 physicians, provides $15.8 million in uncompensated care, and pays $43.8 million in taxes annually. HCA Healthcare's other New Hampshire hospitals include Portsmouth Regional Hospital and Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, as well as freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook and Dover. In 2023, a third freestanding emergency room will open in Plaistow.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Paramedic opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.