(VBEMS) EMT - Basic or Paramedic or Paramedic (CC) - Full Time 112Hrs/Pp Up to 5K Sign On Bonus Available

Bronson Healthcare•Paw Paw, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bronson Healthcare Group is hiring a full-time EMT-Basic, Paramedic, or Paramedic II–Critical Care for VBEMS in Paw Paw, Michigan. The EMT serves as an ambulance crew member and provides patient care and safe transportation on emergency and non-emergency transports. Paramedics assess patients of all ages and provide pre-hospital care and transportation, while carrying out technical, quality-improvement, and educational activities to support quality care. Paramedics maintain and upgrade their competencies through continuing education and perform duties in accordance with Van Buren County Medical Control protocols and VBEMS procedures. The position requires completion of the clinical time required by the training program and at least 40 additional hours of ride time with VBEMS after hire. Employees must complete agency orientation and applicable field-training and credentialing requirements. Full-time paramedics must obtain CCEMTP certification within the timeframe set by the Operations Manager. The role also includes maintaining required licensure and certifications, completing documentation and assigned daily duties, participating in reviews and community events, and carrying out routine building and grounds maintenance as assigned. The schedule is variable, with 56 scheduled hours per week. The role requires regularly driving a personal vehicle for Bronson business, valid auto insurance, and successful completion of an MVR check after an offer and before starting. The job involves frequent deadlines and may require operating and focusing on a computer or CRT for up to 40 percent of the time. It also regularly requires lifting up to 100 pounds and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or equivalent pushing, pulling, or handling effort. External candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 and a $1,000 retention bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a State of Michigan-approved EMT-Basic or Paramedic program, as applicable to the role.
Current State of Michigan EMT licensure in good standing at the EMT-Basic or Paramedic level, as applicable.
Completion of the clinical time required by the EMT or Paramedic training program.
At least 40 additional hours of ride time with VBEMS, Inc. after hire.
Valid Michigan driver's license with a good driving record: no convictions and no more than 6 points in the past 2 years.
Successfully pass an MVR check after an employment offer and before the start date.
Provide proof of valid auto insurance for the vehicle driven on Bronson business and submit renewals before coverage expires.
Ability to read and write English and legible handwriting.
Tact and good judgment, and ability to work under pressure in difficult situations.
Ability to rapidly assess a scene and patient and make decisions about needed resources and level of care.
Complete VBMCA-approved orientation and field training, and satisfy applicable credentialing requirements.
EMT candidates must complete 30 contacts to reach EMT Level I.
Paramedic candidates must complete the applicable field-training program, including at least 50 ALS patient contacts, required certifications and trainings, completed and signed skills sheets, a closed-book protocol test with a passing score of 85%, and a satisfactory mega code when required.
Paramedic II–Critical Care candidates must have and maintain critical care training.
Full-time paramedics must obtain CCEMTP certification within the timeframe designated by the Operations Manager.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care at the level of licensure and training, consistent with Van Buren County Medical Control protocols and local Medical Control direction.
Safely transport patients on emergency and non-emergency calls.
Assess patients and determine the resources and level of medical care needed.
Provide overall direction on ambulance calls and transports to EMTs with lower licensure and seniority.
Complete required paperwork, including run sheets and billing sheets, before leaving each shift.
Maintain current licensure, certifications, and competencies required by the corporation, the State of Michigan, and the Van Buren County Medical Control Board.
Report incidents and accidents in writing promptly to the Crew Supervisor or General Manager.
Participate in community education and public service or public relations events as scheduled.
Complete daily duties at the start and end of each shift.
Perform routine and basic building and grounds maintenance as scheduled or assigned.
Attend monthly Run Reviews conducted by the Van Buren County Medical Control Authority.
Attend VBEMS company meetings at least 75% of the time.
Complete agency orientation and applicable field-training, credentialing, contact, call-log, skills, and protocol-testing requirements.
Maintain and upgrade clinical competencies through reading, in-services, workshops, and other continuing education.
Obtain CCEMTP certification within the timeframe designated by the Operations Manager if employed as a full-time paramedic.
Drive a personal vehicle for regularly scheduled Bronson business and maintain valid auto insurance for the vehicle used.