Emergency Tech - Paramedic

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

2/1/2023

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

600014

Job Title:

Emergency Tech - Paramedic

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Emergency Technician - Paramedic performs duties under the general supervision of the Emergency Department Registered Nurse and/or Emergency Department Physician. The role is supportive relative to the care of patients in the Emergency Department. The Paramedic communicates directly with providers, RNs, patients, patient's families, and other caregivers. The Paramedic is responsible for assisting with the documentation of patient information and history and providing care, treatments, and/or testing for the patient

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Responsible for providing direct patient care as directed under the supervision of the RN, APP, Physician, and/or Medical Director.

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Assist clinical staff in the evaluation, treatment, and care of patients to include, but not limited to, obtaining pertinent patient history and assisting with physical examination, performing technical procedures as delegated.

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Monitor patients and maintain records, using patient monitoring equipment and electronic health records to document patient’s status, delivery of care, and evaluation of the patient’s response to care according to the specific procedures and established protocols.

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Respond to pages/codes accordingly and assist as directed.

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Administer ordered medications as directed.

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Assist with ventilation as directed.

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Assist with restraints when directed.

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May act as an observer for behavioral health complaints.

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Provide application of orthopedic support goods or crutches and instruct the patient on the proper care, application, and usage as applicable.

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Follow established safety and emergency policies and procedures in daily practice or emergency situations, including handling of equipment and supplies during emergencies.

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Work independently within the scope of practice to achieve clinical outcomes.

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Maintain a level of professional development through continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, and sharing of knowledge.

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Communicate and interact with patients and staff in a professional manner that is in line with the UW Health Vision and Mission.

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Prepare and clean equipment and rooms.

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Track and maintain equipment and supplies for department and individual rooms.

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Serve as a troubleshooting resource in department for use of equipment. Monitor and retrieve misplaced equipment.

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Identify and communicate any issues related to supplies, equipment, and environmental safety to leadership team.

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May work with RN staff in picking up and returning blood from blood bank.

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Performs administrative functions as needed, such as processing completed charts, obtaining medical records, placing phone calls as directed by ED staff, and assisting with admission or discharge paperwork.

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Act as a preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners.

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Participate in the identification and performance of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

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JOB REQUIREMENTS

Current Paramedic Licensing

Required

Current NREMT Paramedic certification

Preferred

6 months

Of relevant experience in Emergency Departments, Hospitals, or other healthcare entities to include EMS

Required

1 year

Of previous experience as Paramedic in the field (current/ongoing experience strongly preferred)

Preferred

Paramedic license

Required

Basic Life Support/CPR

Required

ACLS certification

Required

PALS certification

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Knowledge and experience documenting patient care in an electronic medical record

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Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

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Ability to take direction from all levels of leadership

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Ability to educate staff

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Ability to provide counseling and emotional support with compassion and respect for the individual

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Ability to provide support to the members of the care team (teamwork)

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Must possess initiative and ability to work independently

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Ability to maintain confidentiality of medical records

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10#

Negligible

Negligible

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Light: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may only be negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

up to 20#

Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls.

Negligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weight

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Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

20-50#

10-25#

Negligible-10#

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Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

50-100#

25-50#

10-20#

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Very Heavy: Ability to lift over 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Over 100#

Over 50#

Over 20#

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.