Community Paramedic - Limited Duration

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde•Grand Ronde, OR

16h

About The Position

Provides proactive, preventative care through an integrated team approach to improve health and wellness in partnership with other health professionals. Extends access to services in the tribal community, including primary care, public health, disease management, prevention and wellness, mental health, and dental health. This is a grant-funded limited-duration position through April 30, 2028, with the possibility of renewal through April 30, 2031. The Community Paramedic expands access to non-urgent care through in-home visits and community-based services, coordinating with healthcare providers and community agencies. The role is also part of an Emergency Services unit and may perform paramedic duties, including emergency response, patient assessment and treatment, transportation, and related documentation. The position requires maintaining paramedic competencies and certifications, following clinical protocols and Tribal safety procedures, and protecting patient privacy. May be called upon to serve as a Disaster Reservist during emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Three years of experience as a Paramedic, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Oregon Certified or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Paramedic certification.
Current BLS CPR/First Aid certification within two weeks of hire.
Incident Command System ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications within three months of hire.
ACLS certification.
Valid Oregon Driver’s License, ability to meet company vehicle insurance requirements, and proof of personal vehicle insurance when driving for work-related purposes.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, family members, healthcare providers, and other agency personnel.
Ability to explain difficult information, establish rapport, exercise patience, and gain understanding.
Ability to work independently while adhering to clinical protocols and ethical boundaries.
Working knowledge of the Privacy Act/HIPAA and its applications.
Ability to handle high levels of stress, life-and-death situations, and provide support to families.
Ability to organize and coordinate multiple activities.
Working knowledge of Microsoft products, electronic health records, telephone, copy machine, and fax machine.
Excellent organizational, attention-to-detail, and record-keeping skills.
Ability to respond courteously and tactfully to complaints and client requests and maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American culture.
Ability to work under strenuous or adverse conditions for extended periods while maintaining mental alertness, concentration, work quality, and safety.
Ability to communicate or receive detailed information and instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Ability to move about on foot, perform repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements, and stand or sit for sustained periods.
Ability to raise and move objects, stoop, bend at the knees, and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in indoor environments and occasionally outdoors; frequent local travel and infrequent out-of-state travel are required.
Candidates are subject to criminal and character background checks and may be subject to fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a related field.
Community Paramedicine Certification for EMT-P.

Responsibilities

Provide non-urgent healthcare through in-home visits and community-based services.
Conduct assessments, including vital signs, blood pressure, glucose checks, diagnostic cardiac monitoring, medication compliance and reconciliation, weight checks, and review of discharge instructions.
Provide prevention services such as home safety checks, health education, and immunizations as needed.
Refer clients to mental health, social services, and other resources as appropriate.
Coordinate integrated care with physicians, hospitals, care facilities, behavioral health, public health, social services, and other providers.
Provide targeted intervention and education for high-risk medical conditions.
Assess activities of daily living and complete fall-risk assessments as needed.
Identify and intervene in cases involving vulnerable adults, elder neglect, or behavioral health crises; coordinate with adult protective services and mobile crisis teams and use de-escalation or crisis intervention techniques as appropriate.
Perform paramedic duties as needed, including responding to emergencies and maintaining the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for the role.
Work as part of the Emergency Services unit and follow department procedures and supervising physician direction.
Drive, operate, and maintain EMS apparatus and related equipment.
Provide emergency medical services, including patient assessment and treatment according to Fire District protocols.
Provide patient care, including extrication, preparation for movement, carrying and loading, and transportation to a medical facility.
Complete continuing education to maintain paramedic licensure.
Communicate with hospital staff and other allied health personnel.
Complete patient care reports, billing information, and other documentation required by the department and supervising physician.
Follow Tribal safety policies and procedures, comply with HIPAA, and participate in the Incident Command System as appropriate.
Participate in on-the-job training programs and perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain required certifications as directed by the Physician Advisor.