Paramedic - Emergency Department - Per Diem
Monadnock Community Hospital, Peterborough, NH, United States
Requisition Number:
PARAM003647
Posted: April 22, 2026 | Part-Time | On-site
Locations
MCH
Peterborough, NH 03458, USA
Description
The Paramedic participates as a member of the nursing staff by performing various assessments, treatments and technical tasks as requested. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Paramedic assists with the delivery of non-critical and critical emergency care within the limits of his/her training, and documents that care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Provides advanced emergency care in the hospital setting.
Assess emergency patients and assign appropriate triage level.
Assist with patient transport.
Assist with room cleaning and turnover.
Collect and document data on Emergency Department records including vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, oxygen saturations, height/weight, and peak flows).
Perform all procedures within the scope of the Paramedic license and in accordance with hospital policies and at the direction of a provider, including:
Cardiac monitoring including cardioversion and defibrillation.
Moderate sedation.
Assistance with Rapid Sequence Inductions (RSI).
IV insertion and maintenance.
Cast application and removal.
Oxygen therapy.
Setting up sterile procedures.
Ear irrigations.
Initial care and treatment of burns as well as follow-up care and debridement; cleans and dresses wounds.
Blood draws (except legal samples).
Nasal and oral intubation at the direction of a provider.
Intraosseous insertion and infusion.
Patient teaching on the use of crutches, splints, dressings and wound care.
Document all assessment and care given in accordance to hospital policy.
Assist with emergency procedures including a-line and chest tube insertion, lumbar punctures, thoracentesis and central lines.
Administer all medications listed and approved by the state for Paramedics.
Administer medications categories below that are not on the state list:
Narcotic pain medications, oral, IV or IM.
IV piggyback antibiotics and antiemetics not currently on the approved state list.
Immunizations.
IV thrombolytics with nurse/provider in attendance.
High risk medications with a nurse serving as the second check.
Over the counter medications.
Initiate and complete Home Medication Lists and enter in EMR.
Witness narcotic waste and serve as the second check for high risk medications and blood products.
Provide care and assistance as needed for critical care transports.
Attend and participate in hospital/departmental meetings as required.
Comply with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and standards as related to job.
Demonstrate hospital’s stated mission and values of teamwork, respect and communication with co-workers, patients, families and visitors.
Actively and appropriately participate in problem‑solving identification and resolution, both intra- and inter‑departmentally.
Meet department customer service standards and strive to enhance the level of customer services provided.
Benefits
Amazing people deserve amazing benefits.
We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff.
You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you’ll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth.
Free membership to local gym.
Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth.
Retirement savings plan.
Qualifications
Education
Required
High School or better.
Experience
Required
Certified EMT-P in the State of NH.
Preferred
Five years as a practicing pre‑hospital Paramedic preferred.
Licenses & Certifications
Required
PALS
ACLS
BLS
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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PARAM003647
Posted: April 22, 2026 | Part-Time | On-site
Locations
MCH
Peterborough, NH 03458, USA
Description
The Paramedic participates as a member of the nursing staff by performing various assessments, treatments and technical tasks as requested. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Paramedic assists with the delivery of non-critical and critical emergency care within the limits of his/her training, and documents that care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Provides advanced emergency care in the hospital setting.
Assess emergency patients and assign appropriate triage level.
Assist with patient transport.
Assist with room cleaning and turnover.
Collect and document data on Emergency Department records including vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, oxygen saturations, height/weight, and peak flows).
Perform all procedures within the scope of the Paramedic license and in accordance with hospital policies and at the direction of a provider, including:
Cardiac monitoring including cardioversion and defibrillation.
Moderate sedation.
Assistance with Rapid Sequence Inductions (RSI).
IV insertion and maintenance.
Cast application and removal.
Oxygen therapy.
Setting up sterile procedures.
Ear irrigations.
Initial care and treatment of burns as well as follow-up care and debridement; cleans and dresses wounds.
Blood draws (except legal samples).
Nasal and oral intubation at the direction of a provider.
Intraosseous insertion and infusion.
Patient teaching on the use of crutches, splints, dressings and wound care.
Document all assessment and care given in accordance to hospital policy.
Assist with emergency procedures including a-line and chest tube insertion, lumbar punctures, thoracentesis and central lines.
Administer all medications listed and approved by the state for Paramedics.
Administer medications categories below that are not on the state list:
Narcotic pain medications, oral, IV or IM.
IV piggyback antibiotics and antiemetics not currently on the approved state list.
Immunizations.
IV thrombolytics with nurse/provider in attendance.
High risk medications with a nurse serving as the second check.
Over the counter medications.
Initiate and complete Home Medication Lists and enter in EMR.
Witness narcotic waste and serve as the second check for high risk medications and blood products.
Provide care and assistance as needed for critical care transports.
Attend and participate in hospital/departmental meetings as required.
Comply with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and standards as related to job.
Demonstrate hospital’s stated mission and values of teamwork, respect and communication with co-workers, patients, families and visitors.
Actively and appropriately participate in problem‑solving identification and resolution, both intra- and inter‑departmentally.
Meet department customer service standards and strive to enhance the level of customer services provided.
Benefits
Amazing people deserve amazing benefits.
We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff.
You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you’ll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth.
Free membership to local gym.
Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth.
Retirement savings plan.
Qualifications
Education
Required
High School or better.
Experience
Required
Certified EMT-P in the State of NH.
Preferred
Five years as a practicing pre‑hospital Paramedic preferred.
Licenses & Certifications
Required
PALS
ACLS
BLS
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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