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Kindred Healthcare

Paramedic FT 11a-11p

Kindred Healthcare, Andalusia, Alabama, United States, 36420

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Job Summary

The Paramedic provides basic and advanced emergency medical care to patients in an acute care setting. This role is responsible for illness and injury assessment, patient monitoring, clinical intervention, preparation for transport, and direct patient care under supervision. The Paramedic supports emergency department operations and works collaboratively with physicians and nursing staff.

Essential Functions

Provide advanced emergency care to patients under supervision of emergency physicians and nurses

Perform assessments, interventions, and documentation for patients across the lifespan

Assist with patient teaching and education, including procedures, equipment, and discharge instructions

Monitor and interpret EKG and telemetry strips

Identify and respond to changes in patient condition; notify medical team as appropriate

Assist with patient admissions and discharges, contributing to plan of care development

Set up and assist with invasive procedures; provide post‑procedure monitoring

Recognize and support cultural, spiritual, and psychological needs of patients and families

Perform basic patient care tasks, including hygiene, ambulation, and dietary assistance

Ensure proper use and cleaning of clinical equipment and supplies

Demonstrate understanding of emergency, trauma, and critical care protocols

Maintain required annual competencies and in‑service education (minimum 12 hours per year)

Adhere to safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Expectations

Knowledge of medications and administration practices appropriate to patient condition and age

Ability to prioritize care in fast‑paced, high‑acuity settings

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams

Basic computer literacy and ability to document electronically

Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure

Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Good attendance and reliability required

Frequent walking, standing, pushing/pulling, reaching, and handling

Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently

Constant visual and auditory acuity for monitoring equipment and patient response

Exposure to blood, body fluids, and biohazards

May be exposed to airborne particles, cleaning agents, and medical equipment

High‑noise environment with fast‑paced and potentially high‑stress situations

Regular use of PPE and adherence to infection control standards

Education

Paramedic Technical Certification or associate degree required

Licenses / Certifications

Current state licensure as a Paramedic required

Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or de‑escalation training required

Experience

Minimum of six (6) months of experience in an acute medical/surgical setting preferred

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