Paramedic

Full Job Description

We are currently seeking a Paramedic to assist our Nuclear Medicine Technologist with Cardiac PET/SPECT Imaging.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

· 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.

· Assess patients’ blood pressure, pulse, respirations, lung sounds, and establish Peripheral Intravenous (IV) access.

· Set up and monitor patient through 12 lead EKG stress testing including application of 12 lead EKG monitor pads and application leads.

· Identify EKG rhythm and interpretation

· Preparation of pharmacological stress agents, dose calculation and administration.

· Completion of daily paperwork at customer site to include obtaining physician signature(s), photocopying, and faxing

· Must comply with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety and environmental standards.

Pay: $29.84 – $35.93 per hour

Work Location: In person