Paramedic jobs in Wisconsin
Paramedic provides emergency advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Conducts patient assessment to determine the extent of an illness or injury and to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Being a Paramedic performs life support procedures or administers oxygen. Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids. Additionally, Paramedic performs other emergency medical procedures needed to stabilize patient during transport. Provides an update on patient's condition and status of treatments when transferring to other medical personnel. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in an accredited Paramedic program. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The Paramedic works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Paramedic typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Paramedic
- Advocate Aurora
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Milwaukee, WI
FULL_TIME
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Major Responsibilities:
- Documents information/procedures and promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the licensed clinician.
- Under the direction of a licensed clinician, prepares and administers medications. May operate specialized ventilators in critical and non critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.
- Under the direction of the licensed clinician, provides assistance in emergencies.
- Notifies department RN or physician immediately of changes in patient condition.
- Supports and reinforces RN/RT/physician and patient/family teaching and evaluates learning, documenting in the medical record as appropriate.
- Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedure through the electronic health record (EHR).
- Collaborates with physicians to support communications required to facilitate patient care. Coordinates and facilitates all forms of communications (phone, verbal, paging, electronic, fax and emergency medical services (EMS) system).
- Maintains a clean and safe working environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions.
- Cleans, maintains and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Monitors equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges for repair of major malfunctions.
- Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic license issued by the state in which the team member practices., and
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Education Required:- Completion of an accredited or approved program in Emergency Medical Services.
Experience Required:- Typically requires 1 year of experience in a paramedic role or appropriate related clinical experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:- Completion of Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) or other courses as appropriate, may be completed in place of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Basic computer skills and ability to work with electronic health record (HER) systems.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families.
- Must maintain skill and recertification as required by regulation and organization.
- Ability to effectively manage time and priorities.
- High level of attention to detail.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, squat, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.
- Must be able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to:
- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, and blood and body fluids.
- Protective clothing (i.e. goggles, gloves, gowns, etc.) must be worn as necessary.
- Must have functional vision and hearing.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. - 18 Days Ago
Paramedic
- City of Sun Prairie
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Prairie, WI
FULL_TIME
- The City of Sun Prairie Fire and EMS Department is hiring a full-time licensed Paramedic, beginning June of 2024, and filling current open LTE positions.Must have Paramedic license by June 10, 2024.Su...
- 2 Days Ago
Paramedic
- Advocate Aurora
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Elkhorn, WI
PART_TIME
- Major Responsibilities:Assists the physicians and registered nurses in providing technical care of the patients by performing phlebotomy and IV starts, transporting patients to other departments, plac...
- 10 Days Ago
Paramedic
- Advocate Health
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Marinette, WI
FULL_TIME
- Join our progressive, hospital-based team and experience the best of pre-hospital and emergency department care. Aurora Bay Area's Paramedic program is based out of our emergency department and person...
- 23 Days Ago
Paramedic
- Gundersen Health System
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La Crosse, WI
FULL_TIME
- Love medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.Scheduled Weekly Hours:6Casual Paramedic at Gundersen Tri-State Ambula...
- 24 Days Ago
Paramedic
- Advocate Aurora
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Marinette, WI
FULL_TIME
- Join our progressive, hospital-based team and experience the best of pre-hospital and emergency department care. Aurora Bay Area's Paramedic program is based out of our emergency department and person...
- 28 Days Ago
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Paramedic
- Fairview Health Services
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Saint Paul, MN
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Paramedic
- StaffDash
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Paramedic
- Mayo Clinic
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Saint Cloud, MN
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Paramedic
- Pivot OnSite Innovations
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Sparks, NV
- Position Overview: Pivot Onsite Innovations is now hiring an experienced and self-driven Paramedic for a full-time posit...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paramedic
- University Medical Center of El Paso
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El Paso, TX
- Job Description: Implements invasive patient care under the license/supervision of the medical staff. Implements and ass...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paramedic
- University Medical Center of El Paso
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El Paso, TX
- Job Description: Implements invasive patient care under the license/supervision of the medical staff. Implements and ass...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paramedic
- BodyScience Functional Medicine Clinic
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South Miami, FL
- Job Description Job Description In search of a certified paramedic, skilled in IV placements. We are a functional medici...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paramedic
- Aaa Ambulance Service
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Hattiesburg, MS
- Company Description AAA Ambulance Service is an emergency medical service company based in Hattiesburg, MS, and operatin...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Wisconsin
Wisconsin is bordered by the Montreal River; Lake Superior and Michigan to the north; by Lake Michigan to the east; by Illinois to the south; and by Iowa to the southwest and Minnesota to the northwest. A border dispute with Michigan was settled by two cases, both Wisconsin v. Michigan, in 1934 and 1935. The state's boundaries include the Mississippi River and St. Croix River in the west, and the Menominee River in the northeast.
With its location between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River, Wisconsin is home to a wide variety of geographical features. The state is divided into five dist...
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Income Estimation for Paramedic jobs
$43,971 to $54,469
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