Paramedic - Stress Lab Specialist - System PRN - Flexible Scheduling
2 weeks ago
As a Paramedic in our Stress Lab, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our patients. Under the supervision of a credentialed Physician, you will perform cardiac procedures and assist with more complex procedures in the Stress Lab. Your expertise will be essential in performing various procedures that require independent judgment, high-level skill proficiency, and extensive knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the heart.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensures correct patient data is entered into stress testing machines and selects the right technical factors for each patient to achieve optimal picture quality.
- Obtains the correct patient, reason for procedure, and consent for the procedure ordered.
- Completes correct procedural paperwork.
- Conducts a head-to-toe assessment of the patient prior to the procedure to ensure their safety during the procedure.
- Preps the procedure room and equipment for the procedure, including cleaning, removing trash, and restocking the room between cases.
- Maintains a clean environment throughout non-invasive procedures and ensures all testing equipment is placed in the appropriate location and cleaned according to hospital policy.
- Prepares for procedures by gathering specific supplies required according to the procedure.
- Ensures patients are prepped and monitored appropriately, maintaining their privacy and confidentiality.
- Reviews patient medications, labs, and past/current medical history prior to initiating the procedure. If not within guidelines, follows protocol to modify care.
- Runs stress procedures independently and is responsible for the clinical well-being of the patient during these procedures.
- Monitors 12-lead EKG and interprets patient signs and symptoms.
- Recognizes any change in patient condition and initiates medication protocols independently.
- Administers medications according to current NGHS Medication Administration policy.
- Collaborates with the registered nurse or supervising stress physician with critical findings or needs for advanced level of care.
- Performs and rotates through functions of pre, intra, and post-stress, sedation, and monitoring procedures.
- Assists with Transesophageal Echocardiogram and Cardioversions; moderate and deep sedation procedures.
- Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots stress testing and monitoring equipment, including ECG and structured report.
- Ensures required pre-, intra-, and post-procedure documentation is present and accurate when documenting in the patient EMR.
- Prepares and operates all specialized equipment found in the non-invasive cardiology environment.
- Performs and documents daily operational functions on procedure room equipment on designated documentation form.
- Ensures correct procedure is selected for appropriate charges to be placed in the system.
- Independently able to switch from one modality to alternate modality whenever appropriate during a procedure.
- Demonstrates ability to rapidly identify a life-threatening emergency, secure support, and deliver care.
- Expedites patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to decrease length of wait.
- Facilitates patient admission or transfer to higher level of care.
- Ability to work in all non-invasive related departments.
- Maintains a team environment and culture.
- Assumes responsibility for own personal and professional development.
- Assists in orientation of new staff and/or serves as a mentor.
- Serves as facilitator between staff and Manager providing feedback as necessary.
- Completes unit-based skills annually.
- Attends mandatory educational classes pertaining to new equipment, procedures, supplies, and new technology. Responsible for continuing education for required certifications.
- Assists with the documentation for the department's PI programs and participates in the department's process improvement initiatives.
- Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
- Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
- Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time
- Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time
- Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% of time
- Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time
- Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100% of time
- Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding
Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
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