Paramedic Clinical Extender - Military veterans preferred

Legacy Health

Paramedic Clinical Extender

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled



US-OR-TUALATIN

Job ID: 25-44598
Type: On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)
Meridian Park Medical Ctr campus

Overview

An emergency medical situation is unsettling for patients and their loved ones. As part of a specialty team you will ease fears while providing exceptional care under fast-paced conditions. If you want to use your talents and compassion to make a difference in the lives of children and adults in an emergency setting, we invite you to consider joining Legacy.

Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South Metro area’s full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center. Among our specialties: stroke, chest pain, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care and orthopedic and total joint surgery. Plus, a birth center and breast health center.

A Paramedic Clinical Extender (PCE) is a professional care provider who shares responsibility and accountability for patients in the emergency department. PCEs work in collaboration with other healthcare providers, under the immediate supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP). The PCE is responsible for providing age-appropriate, culturally, and ethnically sensitive care, while maintaining a safe environment. The PCE participates in the planning, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of healthcare services and tasks. The role of the PCE also includes patient advocacy, reinforcing teaching by the RN, and performance improvement. The position is an integral part of the team approach to patient care and based on the Oregon and/or Washington paramedic scope of practice, performing those tasks that contribute to the smooth and efficient flow of patients through the emergency department.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or higher in emergency services or related field preferred.

Experience: At least one (1) year experience in acute care, ambulatory care, emergency care, or emergency medical setting preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed including the ability to work independently. Effective planning, organizing, and time management skills.
• Ability to identify medical emergencies and assist with management.

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