Paramedic (PRN)

Position Summary

GW Medical Faculty Associates (MFA) provides Operational and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and other medical services within Washington DC. The role of RN/NRP can function independently or as a part of a larger medical team. The RN/NRP must know one's surroundings and practice scene safety, body substance isolation, and proper body mechanics to ensure safety. The position will provide Advanced Life Support within the RN/NRP scope of practice and standing orders to include medical evaluation, treatment, and stabilization to the sick and injured. Further, they will respond to emergency medical situations involving potential loss of life or bodily injury; maintain (self or scene) control, manage and direct patient care at the scene of a pre-hospital emergency; provide training and instruction to lesser trained personnel; perform required documentation and, other duties as needed. This position will also work within our operational protocols to help with other Operational Medical needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.

• Must be able to operate computer equipment and software programs used.

• Must be able to follow and understand instructions, and react favorably in all work situations. 

• Must be able to evaluate the condition of patients to determine appropriate care

• Must be able to administer proper treatment under the scope of a Paramedic by utilizing appropriate techniques and medical equipment.

• Must be able to appropriately document medical care in an electronic medical record.

• Must be able to Adhere to all policies of GW MFA, institutional and regulatory bodies

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people at various levels within and outside the GW Medical Faculty Associates. 

• Must be able to do medication calculations.

Characteristics

• Independent, creative problem solver who still seeks assistance and collaboration when needed

• Well-organized

• Attention to detail

• Clinically astute

• Carries out job duties in a safe, diligent manner, consistent with applicable standards and regulations

• Promotes mutual respect and professionalism

Minimum Qualifications (Required)     

Experience

• Paramedic - Preferred at least one year as a released.
• RN - Emergency Department or ICU experience

Licensure

• Active DC RN license or Nationally Registered Paramedics
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• DC DOH approved CPR for Healthcare Providers
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support - preferred
• Pass an FBI fingerprint background check

Education          

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Physical Requirements

• Sit, walk, and reach out for long periods of time in a clinical setting.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 20 lbs. as part of the role.
• Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.

About GW MFA

MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.

The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.