Emergency Department Medic (.45 FTE, Variable Shift)

Position Summary: The Emergency Department Medic will deliver safe patient care within his/her scope of practice as defined by hospital regulation and perform a variety of patient-related duties, acting on initiated protocols under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Assist Providers and Registered Nurses in the setup and implementation of patient care while accurately and professionally documenting all patient care. Minimum Qualifications: Required Current, unencumbered, Montana Paramedic License American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications 1-2 years Emergency Department or EMS experience Preferred Associate of Applied Science: Paramedicine Montana Critical Care Paramedic License Essential Job Functions: In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements. Works in conjunction with RN to deliver urgent and emergency care. Initiates protocols as directed by the RN. Thoroughly and accurately documents care provided. Assists RN in identifying critical patients and delivering care within the fast paced ED environment. Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues. Collectively works with all medical staff to ensure proper patient care and fluid patient progress is achieved including using SBAR reporting and EMR documentation. Maintains flexibility within job role to ensure safety, team cohesion, and effective operation of the department. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times. Exhibits strong leadership managerial skills including the ability to plan, delegate, monitor and improve work performance. Actively participates with other members of the healthcare team to provide direct patient care and obtain data. Completes assignments accurately and thoroughly. Demonstrates the ability to work in a busy and stressful environment. Exercises creativity while utilizing problem solving analysis and appropriate decision making. Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality. Schedule Requirements This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs. Physical Requirements Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds):

Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people. Sit (Occasionally):

Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Stand (Repeatedly):

Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Walk (Repeatedly):

Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination. Climb (Rarely):

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms. Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly):

Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints. Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly):

Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability. Push/Pull (Repeatedly):

Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward. Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously):

Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling. Vision (Continuously):

Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials. Cognitive Skills (Continuously):

Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow. Exposures (Continuously):

Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions. *Frequency Key:

Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. 77346040 Emergency Department (BHDH) #J-18808-Ljbffr