Paramedic
Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Hendersonville
Posted on: January 24, 2023
Job Description:
Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as
a(an) Paramedic you want with your current employer? We have an
exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar Hendersonville Medical
Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare
services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsTriStar Hendersonville 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 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.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder
care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover 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)
Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits
may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want
to work as a(an) Paramedic where your passion for creating positive
patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for
the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We
want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and QualificationsA
Paramedic in the Emergency Department is responsible for direct and
indirect patient care while under the direction and orders of a
physician based on the Scope of Practice guidelines per Tennessee
Division of EMS and hospital policies and procedures. The paramedic
must interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each
patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs
and to provide the care needed as described in the department's
policies and procedures. This is completed through evaluation via
direct observation, simulation or discussed verbally or via written
format. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review
process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that
is reviewed and validated.What you will do in this role:
- Assesses and corrects any safety risks and/or non-compliance
with regulatory standards in the clinical environment. Provides and
ensures patient safety at all times.
- Performs procedures, monitoring or other functions as ordered
by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in
the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
- Performs the administration of prescribed medications per
policy and notifies the provider and intervenes as appropriate in
the event of an unintended response to medication.
- Assists in the management of clinical quality by collaborating
with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize
and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and
supports recovery.
- Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the
principles of patient privacy and security of protect health
information.
- Contributes to the teamwork essential to ensuring quality
patient care.What qualifications you will need:
- Graduate of an accredited EMT-Paramedic training program
- A minimum of one-year of continuous experience on an Advanced
Life Support Ground Unit as an EMT-P. Experience must reflect
general knowledge in pre-hospital medicine principles and practice
skills
- A minimum of one-year emergency services experience in a
hospital setting preferred
- Associates Degree in Applied Sciences
- Current EMT-Paramedic licensure to practice as a paramedic in
the state of Tennessee
- Nationally Registered EMT-Paramedic (NREMT-P)
- BLS(current), ACLS & PALS Required within 6 months of hire
date
- Critical Care Paramedic Certification
- BTLS/PHTLS Preferred
- De-Escalation Training (ex. CPI) required within 6 months of
hire date
- No Travel Travel Required
- 1 years experience Required Years of Experience This role
requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local,
state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or
religious exemption is approved).TriStar Hendersonville Medical
Center is a 150 bed hospital that has provided high-quality health
care for over 40 years. The facility is the first Accredited Chest
Pain Center in Sumner County and a Certified Primary Stroke Center.
The Birth Center at TriStar Hendersonville, featuring Sumner
County's only Level II NICU services which hosts spacious LDRP
suites and a lactation boutique for inpatient and outpatient
services. In addition, our facility is Gold Seal Certified in Total
Hip and Total with The Joint Commission.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas
Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-FounderIf you are looking for an opportunity that
provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to
apply for our Paramedic opening. We promptly review all
applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!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.
Keywords: HCA Healthcare, Hendersonville , Paramedic, Healthcare , Hendersonville, Tennessee
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