Paramedic - Full-Time

Join the country’s leading Cardiac PET provider Cardiac Imaging Inc. (CII) is looking for talented and ambitious professionals to join our dynamic team and improve patient outcomes across the nation.

Despite heart disease being the leading cause of death in the US, most physicians and patients do not have access to the leading technology in Cardiology. At CII, our mission is to create a more accessible healthcare system by enabling all physicians to treat their patients with the most advanced technology – all from the comfort of their own practice. Our innovative team drives this mission forward each and every day with our Mobile and Fixed Cardiac PET Solutions. As we continue to grow, we currently have a tremendous opportunity for a Paramedic who is up for the challenge.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Paramedic to assist our Nuclear Medicine Technologist on our Mobile and Fixed Site Cardiac Imaging Programs. The right candidate will have extensive experience with stress testing procedures, be enthusiastic and patient friendly.

Local travel is required for this position, including occasional overnight stays throughout the Midwest Region (IL/IN). All gas mileage will be reimbursed to the employee, and any hotel accommodations will be paid for by Cardiac Imaging, Inc.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Preparation of patient for stress testing procedure including patient interviews, obtaining medical history, obtaining patient consent and required signatures, and conducting patient teaching related to nuclear imaging procedure, including risks and complications.
2. Assess patients’ blood pressure, pulse, respirations, lung sounds, and establish Peripheral Intravenous (IV) access.
3. Set up and monitor patient through 12 lead EKG stress testing including application of 12 lead EKG monitor pads and application leads.
4. Identify EKG rhythm and interpretation.
5. Preparation of pharmacological stress agents, dose calculation and administration.
6. Under the direct supervision of the site physician, application of ACLS algorithms if patients experience heart problems or cardiac arrest during procedure including administration of resuscitation pharmacological agents, oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airway placement and suctioning.
7. Completion of daily paperwork at customer site to include obtaining physician signature(s), photocopying, and faxing.
8. Must comply with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Active Paramedic License or Credentialed by CCI (CCT) REQUIRED
• ACLS Certified
• One (1) or more years of experience as a paramedic
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and Practice Management Systems preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a professional manner within a team oriented environment.
• Must have flexibility in schedule and be comfortable with local travel to different client sites.
• Local travel is required for this position, including occasional overnight stays throughout the Midwest Region (IL/IN).

Benefits

We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. Cardiac Imaging believes that its dedicated employees are its most valuable resource. Employees at Cardiac Imaging are provided with a professional and comfortable work environment, along with a generous benefit package.

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Accident
• 401(k)
• Career Growth and opportunities for advancement

Cardiac Imaging is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Cardiac Imaging is a drug-free workplace, and uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.