Paramedic / EMT Pediatric Dental Sedation
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Description
Make a difference in children's lives!
We are seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled EMT or Paramedic to support pediatric patients receiving in-office general anesthesia for dental treatment.
Our pediatric dental practice helps children receive the dental care they need in a comfortable, supportive environment. Working alongside our dental and clinical team, you'll help provide attentive patient monitoring and support throughout the procedure and recovery process.
What we offer: Competitive pay, the opportunity to use your clinical skills in a specialized dental setting, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.
If you're an experienced EMT or Paramedic looking for a rewarding opportunity outside the traditional EMS environment, we encourage you to apply!
Job Summary and Qualifications:
The office is open Tuesday through Friday, 3 weeks a month. Hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm
What you will do in this role:
We are seeking a skilled, compassionate and experienced Paramedic EMT to join our team, where you will play a crucial role in caring for pediatric dental patients during their in-office general anesthesia sedation appointment.
- Prepare pediatric patients' care area adequately and ensure necessary equipment and supplies are ready.
- Demonstrate proper airway management techniques.
- Monitor pediatric patients according to policy (vital signs, temperature, cardiac, etc)
- Exhibit proper technique for insertion, maintenance, and removal of IV catheters.
- Perform and document thorough evaluation pediatric patients utilizing an approved scoring system in line with policy and procedure.
- Check dressings and operative sites of your patients and report abnormalities to the dentist/surgeon.
- Provide a safe and comforting environment for both patients and families.
- Ensure patients meet discharge criteria.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Paramedic or EMT with pediatric experience
- EMT or Paramedic license is required by state of employment
- Required valid BCLS Certification upon employment. online certification not acceptable
- ACLS required
- PALS as required by facility
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today and join us in providing exceptional care to our pediatric patients!