Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! Everywhere you turn, you can feel the immeasurable level of enthusiasm here at NeighborHealth! We are one of the largest community health centers in the country, supporting the greater Boston area and focusing on the well-being of our patients and local community. From the nurses and physicians on the front line of patient care, to the managers who lead and guide our staff, to the many support roles that keep our facilities running smoothly - everyone plays a vital role in improving medicine for our patients. Interested in this position? Apply online and create a personal candidate account! Current Employees of NeighborHealth - Please use our internal careers (https://www.myworkday.com/ebnhc/d/task/1422$794.htmld) portal to apply for positions. To learn more about working at NeighborHealth and our benefits, please visit out our Careers Page (http://careers.ebnhc.org) . Time Type: Full time Department: Emergency Department All Locations: East Boston Position Summary: The Emergency Department Paramedic is responsible for performing routine technical and clinical patient care in a busy Emergency department. Responsible for patient care of assigned patients under the general direction of the Emergency Department Medical Director with direct supervision by the Attending Physician and primary Registered Nurse. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: + Observes, recognizes and reports signs and symptoms which require emergency treatment, initiates measures and/or first aid. + Accurately obtains, records and reports vital signs and rechecks as indicated and reports abnormal findings to primary nurse, charge nurse or physician. + Sets up equipment for and/or assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests as assigned. + Performs 12 lead EKG.Documents patient information, and gives EKG promptly to appropriate nurse and physician. + Establishes and maintains IVs and hangs fluids according to physician orders. + Administers medications via the following routes: Oral, sublingual, nebulizer, IM, SC, ETT, IV Infusion and IV Push in critical situations. Qualifications and Requirements: + Graduate of an approved Paramedic Training program. Certification as an EMT-P preferred. Certification in ACLS, BLS and PALS required. + This job requires ability to perform the following: Prolonged standing and walking. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling and squatting and lifting of 5-10 lbs. Benefits: + MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION COVERAGE + LIFE AND DISABILITY INSURANCE + 401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN + TUITION REIMBURSEMENT + FLEXIBLE SPENDING AND TRANSPORTATION ACCOUNTS + PAID HOLIDAYS, VACATIONS, SICK, AND PERSONAL TIME + GENEROUS STAFF DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT + EXCELLENT MALPRACTICE COVERAGE + PET INSURANCE + FREE PARKING + AND MUCH MORE Starting at $30.00, and up to $43.83 based on experience There’s a reason NeighborHealth (formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center) is ranked as one of the "Top Places to Work" by The Boston Globe. It's because we're committed to maintaining a supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. We are proud to offer benefits that support you inside and outside of work. We strive to offer a variety of schedules, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and a patient-driven purpose that supports our local community. Additionally, we utilize our Education & Training Institute as a resource for our large employee workforce who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers. We hope you consider joining our team! + Medical & Dental Coverage + Life and Disability Insurance + Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers + 401(K) Retirement Plan + Educational Assistance + Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts + Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time + A Generous Staff Development Benefit + Excellent Malpractice Coverage + A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support + Free Parking + And Much More…