Per Diem / PRN Paramedic 22+ per hour

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a per diem / prn Paramedic for a per diem / prn job in Tupelo, Mississippi.
& Requirements

Specialty:

Paramedic
Discipline:

Allied Health Professional
Duration:

Ongoing
Employment Type:

Per Diem
• Patient Care:* A nationally registered paramedic who functions using assessment skills and written protocols to provide emergency care in a prompt, resourceful and efficient manner to all patients transported via ambulance services.

They must be able to assess, intervene, organize, direct and evaluate patient's condition.

The Paramedic works both the pre-hospital area and inside the hospital under the direction of Medical Control.
• Transport:*

Provides safe appropriate level care transport of patients (emergency and routine.)
• Communication:*

Maintains communication with multi-disciplinary team members through a variety of channels to provide care to the patient.
• Customer Relations:* As a highly visible member of the hospital, the Paramedic will project the caring, friendly, and servant image of NMHS to employees, other hospital/pre-hospital workers, and the community on or off duty.
• Self Development:*

The Paramedic will maintain competency by staying informed of changing trends in paramedical practice as well as those in emergency medicine.
• Job Knowledge:*

Must possess valid Paramedic National Registry Certification
• Must be able to obtain a Mississippi Paramedic License within two weeks of hire
• Must complete Paramedic orientation checklist.
• Must maintain unit specific annual educational requirements.
• Must have effective communication and teaching skills.
• Must maintain valid driver's license/STATE EMS driver's license
• General knowledge of various regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Must maintain knowledge and resources necessary to provide age appropriate care.
• Must maintain required certifications as set forth by the department.
North Mississippi Health Services Job ID #2232-000BWI. Posted job title: Paramedic, Lee County
About North Mississippi Health Services

At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting you to a career that challenges you, engages your mind and inspires you to be the 'you' you always wanted to be. We also believe in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you - your talents, your perspectives and your passions - and connecting you with others to create a supportive and innovative team that aspires and achieves together. Most of all, we believe in helping you leverage and connect your personal passion with a much greater purpose. We're committed to helping our team of over 7,000 unique individuals discover what connects you to our mission, vision and ultimate 'why' - our patients.
With seven hospitals, more than 60 clinics, four long-term care facilities, state-of-the-art women's and behavioral health facilities and multiple outpatient care centers, we have a variety of career opportunities waiting for you.