OverviewSaint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington Kentucky. Founded in 1877 a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford began their health ministry. Their mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services including distinguished awards for cardiology orthopedics and stroke care. CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees 8 hospitals specialty clinics and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.ResponsibilitiesJOB SUMMARY / PURPOSEThe Paramedic is a CHI Saint Joseph Health professional whose primary focus is to provide emergency medicalcare for patients accessing the emergency department. The individual will utilize a comprehensive care teamapproach in collaboration with RN’s, physicians, and ancillary staff.ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
While working under physician medical oversight, the Paramedic will assure quality of care by
following the scope of practice provided by the National EMS Scope of Practice Model and furtheroutlined by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. In addition, the individual is to aligntheir role within functions set forth by CHI Saint Joseph Health.
Administers BLS, PALS, ACLS and critical care interventions following the orders and supervision of the
attending physician.
Performs triage, assessments, interventions and patient education as needed.
Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records in a timely manner.
Promotes patient’s independence by establishing personal rapport and care goals; teaching patients,
friends and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.
Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
Clearly identifies self as a licensed paramedic while operating.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to all CHI Saint Joseph Health policies, protocols,
procedures and regulations.
Willing to pursue new levels contributing to professional growth and development.
Other duties as assigned.
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performedwithin this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilitiesrequired of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsRequired Education and Experience: High school Diploma or equivalent. Graduate from anationally/state approved accrediting paramedic program.Required Licensure and Certifications: Unrestricted Kentucky Paramedic License. Active BLS, ACLS, PALS American Heart AssociationCertifications. During the Paramedic’s orientation period, theindividual will be required to successfully complete anapproved Critical Care endorsement course tomaintain employment.Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills,Abilities and Training: Demonstrated computer management skills. Considerable knowledge of computer applications. Must be able to communicate effectively in bothverbal and written formats. Ability to break down problems or tasks; scanningone’s own knowledge and experience to identifycauses and consequences of event. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive dataat all times. Adheres to organizational and department specificsafety standards and guidelines. 2 years of experience as a paramedic in a high volumepatient care services, approved Critical Careendorsement, previous aeromedical, or clinical ERexperience.Pay Range$32.00 - $32.00 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
