Community Paramedic

Acadian Health • Jacksonville, FL

13d • Remote

About The Position

Acadian Health is seeking an experienced Community Paramedic to provide hospital-level care in patients' homes as part of our Hospital-at-Home program. This role combines advanced clinical skills, care coordination, patient education, and technology to support patients recovering from acute illnesses and medical conditions outside of a traditional hospital setting. The Community Paramedic serves as the in-home clinical partner to a virtual care team, helping ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current state Paramedic license/certification
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain one of the following within two years of hire: Community Paramedicine (CP-C) certification, or NEMSA Essentials Course completion, or Community Paramedic licensure as required by the state
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote healthcare team
• Comfort with electronic documentation and basic computer applications
• Paramedic licensure
• Experience providing direct patient care in emergency, acute care, or pre-hospital settings

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Previous Critical Care or Mobile Integrated Healthcare experience
• Community Paramedicine experience
• Instructor, educator, or preceptor experience
• PHTLS and PALS certifications

Responsibilities

• Deliver hospital-level care in patient homes for conditions such as infections, heart failure, pneumonia, and post-surgical recovery
• Perform physical assessments, treatments, and clinical interventions according to physician orders and established protocols
• Monitor patient status and identify changes that require escalation or intervention
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals
• Serve as the on-site extension of the virtual care team
• Communicate patient updates and clinical findings in real time to support care decisions
• Educate patients and families on medications, treatment plans, disease management, and recovery expectations
• Reinforce discharge instructions and promote adherence to care plans
• Help patients recognize when additional medical attention is needed
• Document assessments, treatments, and patient interactions accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Maintain compliance with all program protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure timely and complete documentation of patient care activities
• Respond to urgent clinical situations in the home environment
• Perform appropriate interventions within scope of practice and program protocols
• Support continuity of care and help prevent unnecessary emergency department visits or hospital readmissions
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development activities
• Assist with onboarding, mentoring, or training of team members as needed
• Represent Acadian Health professionally within the community and healthcare system

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in innovative healthcare delivery

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED